About the Position

Sr. UI/UX Designer

Date published: Sep. 29, 2026

Location: Halifax, NS - 6940 Mumford Rd / Canada

Job category: Technology & Engineering

Work model: Hybrid

As a Sr. UI/UX Designer, you will make an impact by leading the design of modern digital experiences across web and mobile channels within the banking and financial services domain. You will be responsible for shaping intuitive, accessible, and user-centered solutions that improve customer and advisor experiences while supporting business objectives.

You will be a valued member of the Digital Experience team and work closely with product managers, business stakeholders, developers, researchers, and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance engagement, usability, and customer satisfaction.

Location: Canada

Work Model: Hybrid

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

Lead discovery workshops, design thinking sessions, and stakeholder interviews to understand business objectives, user needs, and experience requirements.
Create user journeys, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs for web and mobile applications that deliver intuitive and engaging user experiences.
Define and maintain design standards, component libraries, and design system assets to ensure consistency and scalability across digital products.
Collaborate with product, business, and engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle to translate requirements into user-centric design solutions.
Conduct usability testing, gather user feedback, and leverage insights to continuously improve digital experiences and product adoption.
Advocate for Human-Centered Design principles and accessibility standards throughout the design and development process.
Partner with development teams during Agile delivery cycles to ensure design intent is accurately implemented.
Contribute to strategic UX initiatives that drive innovation, improve customer satisfaction, and support digital transformation goals.

Requirements

Proven experience as a UI/UX Designer, Product Designer, Experience Designer, or similar role delivering enterprise-scale digital solutions.
Strong expertise in User Experience (UX) strategy, interaction design, information architecture, and user-centered design methodologies.
Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar platforms.
Experience creating wireframes, interactive prototypes, user flows, journey maps, and high-fidelity visual designs.
Strong understanding of accessibility standards, including WCAG guidelines and inclusive design practices.
Experience developing and maintaining design systems, component libraries, and reusable design patterns.
Ability to facilitate workshops and effectively communicate design concepts to business and technical stakeholders.
Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery environments.
Excellent presentation, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to Have

Experience within banking, financial services, wealth management, or related regulated industries.
Knowledge of customer and advisor-facing digital platforms.
Experience conducting user research, usability testing, and design validation activities.
Familiarity with front-end technologies and responsive design best practices.
Experience leading cross-functional design initiatives in complex enterprise environments.
Portfolio demonstrating end-to-end UX design processes and measurable business impact.
Experience mentoring junior designers and promoting UX best practices across teams.

We Offer

Competitive salary between $92,000-$106,000 CAD depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Collaborative environment, opportunities for continuous learning, and the ability to work on meaningful projects that drive innovation and business value for our clients.

About the Company

At Cognizant, we're engineering modern businesses to improve everyday life. Our associates enjoy a collaborative environment, opportunities for continuous learning, and the ability to work on meaningful projects that drive innovation and business value for our clients.

We're excited to meet people who share our passion for creating exceptional digital experiences. Even if you don't meet every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply and showcase the unique experiences and skills you can bring to the role.

Things to Know Before You Apply

Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Accommodations: If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process.
Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team.
Language proficiency: We ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
Inclusion: Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Benefits that Help You Thrive and Grow

Our benefits program is built with you in mind-so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

Financial Wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include financial education, a pension plan with matching contributions, etc.

Physical and Mental Health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more.

Your Career, Your Way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities explore new technologies, industries and locations-and build the skills you need to grow your career.

Real-World Impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

Your Path to Cognizant

Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.

Step 1: Apply to the Right Opportunity

Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

Step 2: Connect with Your Recruiter

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.

Step 3: Show Off Your Skills

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

Step 4: Decision Time

Our team will then review each candidate’s potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us-but you can count on us to keep you updated.

Cognizant is great for those wanting to make the world a better place, as we create solutions with top technology partners to address complex problems for our clients.

Brigitte Roy

Director of Strategy Alliances

I’m supported by motivational leaders who empower me to grow in my career through learning programs, industry conferences and internal job moves. I’m proud of the career progression I’m making here.

Rahul Sathe

Principal Product Architect – Insurance

The moment I joined Cognizant, I felt like I belonged. I was heard and empowered to challenge ideas-and I still am to this day.

Dr. Amita Oppal Gill

Service Line Sales Manager

Cognizant has one of the best learning ecosystems you can ask for. From sponsored certifications to training platforms to mentorship, we have all that we need to grow.

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