UX Developer
UX Developer
Location: IND - Bengaluru
Time Type: Full time
Job Description
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Job Description
Experience
8+ years (5+ years in UX / Front-end / Portal / UI Frameworks)
The Opportunity
We are seeking a UX Developer to lead the design and development of intuitive, scalable, and AI-enabled user experiences across the platform.
This role goes beyond UI development—you will define UX architecture, establish design standards, and drive adoption of modern experience frameworks such as UI Builder, Next Experience, Employee Center Pro, and AI-powered interfaces (Now Assist, Virtual Agent, AI Search).
You will collaborate with Platform Architects, Product Owners, Enterprise Architects, and business stakeholders to deliver seamless, accessible, and high-performing user journeys aligned with Takeda’s digital and AI strategy.
Key Responsibilities
UX Architecture & Strategy
- Define and drive enterprise UX strategy across .
- Establish design standards, reusable UI patterns, and component libraries.
- Advocate for user-first, OOTB-first, and accessibility-first design principles.
- Partner with Enterprise Architecture and Platform Governance teams for UX alignment.
- Present UX strategies and designs in architecture forums (EAC, platform councils).
UX Design & Development
- Design and develop modern user interfaces using:
- UI Builder (Next Experience)
- Employee Center / Employee Center Pro
- Service Portal (legacy modernization where needed)
- Build reusable components using Now Experience Framework (Web Components).
- Create intuitive workflows, dashboards, and landing experiences.
- Ensure consistent UX across modules (ITSM, HRSD, CSM, IRM, SecOps).
- Optimize for performance, responsiveness, and cross-device compatibility.
AI-Driven User Experience
- Integrate AI capabilities into UX:
- Now Assist (summarization, recommendations)
- AI Search and contextual results
- Virtual Agent conversational experiences
- Design human-in-the-loop experiences for AI-assisted workflows.
- Collaborate with AI and data teams to ensure responsible and explainable AI usage.
- Continuously evaluate emerging AI UX capabilities within .
User Journey & Experience Optimization
- Map end-to-end user journeys across services and workflows.
- Identify friction points and drive UX improvements.
- Use analytics and user feedback to continuously enhance experiences.
- Drive adoption through intuitive design and reduced cognitive load.
Integration & Data Experience
- Design UI experiences that integrate seamlessly with backend workflows and data.
- Work with APIs, IntegrationHub, and data sources to enable real-time UI updates.
- Ensure consistent data presentation across distributed systems.
Governance, Quality & Performance
- Ensure UX solutions comply with:
- Accessibility standards (WCAG)
- Performance benchmarks
- Security and compliance requirements
- Conduct UX reviews, code reviews, and design validations.
- Support upgrades and ensure UI compatibility across releases.
Leadership & Mentorship
- Provide technical leadership to UX developers and junior team members.
- Define best practices and contribute to UX governance frameworks.
- Act as a bridge between design, development, and architecture teams.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Expertise
- 8+ years of overall IT experience.
- 5+ years of hands-on UX development experience.
- Deep expertise in:
- UI Builder (Next Experience Framework)
- Now Experience UI Framework (Web Components)
- Employee Center / Employee Center Pro
- Service Portal (legacy and migration strategies)
- Strong proficiency in:
- JavaScript, HTML, CSS
- REST APIs and integrations
- Experience with:
- Virtual Agent
- AI Search
- Now Assist capabilities
- Understanding of:
- UX design principles and usability standards
- Accessibility (WCAG compliance)
- Responsive and mobile-first design
Certifications (Preferred)
- Certified System Administrator (CSA) – Required
- Certified Application Developer (CAD) – Required
- UX / UI Builder / Portal-related certifications – Required
Soft Skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to translate business needs into intuitive UX solutions.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.
- Ability to work in Agile and cross-functional teams.
Preferred Experience
- Experience across multiple modules (ITSM, HRSD, CSM, IRM, SecOps).
- Experience in enterprise UX transformation initiatives.
- Exposure to AI-driven UX and conversational interfaces.
- Experience working in regulated environments (GxP, SOX).
- Familiarity with enterprise architecture and governance models.