UI/UX Designer - Remote

About The Company

Cognizant is a leading global professional services company dedicated to helping clients modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences to succeed in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. With a strong focus on innovation and a commitment to delivering exceptional value, Cognizant provides a wide range of services including digital, technology, consulting, and operational services.

The company prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, emphasizing continuous learning and growth for its employees. As a trusted partner to many Fortune 500 companies across various industries, Cognizant leverages its extensive expertise to drive strategic initiatives and deliver scalable, innovative solutions that meet complex business needs.

About The Role

We are seeking a talented UI/UX Designer to join our team and craft intuitive, accessible, and efficient user experiences for complex financial applications. This role involves designing user-centered interfaces supporting transfer agency operations, securities servicing, fixed income processing, reporting, and administrative workflows.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of translating complex business and regulatory requirements into innovative design solutions. Your responsibilities will include creating wireframes, prototypes, dashboards, and interaction models that enhance usability and accessibility.

Collaboration is key; you will partner with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Operations teams, clients, and engineering stakeholders to simplify intricate workflows and ensure that designs adhere to enterprise standards and accessibility regulations such as Section 508 and WCAG 2.1. You will also develop and maintain design systems, component libraries, and reusable patterns to ensure consistency across platforms.

This is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States, offering flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance. The role’s working arrangements may evolve based on project and business needs, but clear communication regarding expectations will always be maintained.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of UI/UX design experience within enterprise SaaS, financial services, banking technology, capital markets, government systems, or other complex business environments
• Strong proficiency in Figma, wireframing, interactive prototyping, and design systems
• Hands-on experience conducting usability testing, user research, and stakeholder workshops
• Solid understanding of responsive design, accessibility standards, and user-centered design principles
• Experience designing data-rich applications, dashboards, and workflow-driven platforms
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Design user journeys, information architecture, wireframes, prototypes, dashboards, and interaction models for enterprise financial applications
• Partner with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Operations teams, clients, and engineering stakeholders to simplify complex workflows
• Conduct user research, discovery workshops, usability testing, and stakeholder interviews to identify user needs and optimize experiences
• Develop and maintain comprehensive design systems, UI standards, component libraries, and reusable design patterns
• Apply accessibility best practices, including Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 compliance, across all user interfaces
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure designs are feasible and implemented accurately
• Stay updated with industry trends and incorporate innovative design solutions to enhance user experience

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Long-term and Short-term Disability insurance
• Paid Parental Leave to support new parents
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering opportunities to invest in the company
• Flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance

Equal Opportunity

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We believe that a diverse workforce drives innovation and success, and we are dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.