Yashwanth Kotha

UX / Product Design & Research

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A Bit About Me

Yashwanth is a UX / Product Design consultant, with over 8 years of global experience in branding & crafting user-centric, scalable digital solutions for SaaS, Fin-Tech, Consumer and Enterprise technology. His expertise lies in designing intuitive, high-impact user experiences that align with both business objectives and regulatory requirements across global markets.

His work spans enterprise Consumer Products, Apps, SaaS platforms, AI-driven solutions, Compliance & Financial data transformation tools, with a deep focus on design systems, accessibility, and responsible AI design. He has played a key role in shaping UX strategies, leading usability research & testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product adoption and user engagement.

Yashwanth has delivered enterprise-grade UX solutions for Fortune 500 companies such as Microsoft, Amazon, and Apple, significantly improving platform usability and compliance. As a mentor at Designlab, he guides aspiring designers in developing real-world UX/UI skills, helping them transition into professional roles.

Currently based in England, Yashwanth continues to push the boundaries of digital design, ensuring that every product he works on is not only functional but also enhances user trust, efficiency, and engagement at scale.

Work Experience

January 2024 - Present

June 2022 - Present

June 2022 - December 2023

October 2021 - May 2022

August 2018 - -September 2021

UI/UX Design Consultant, SuperStrat Labs

Providing tailored design services across websites, mobile apps, branding, marketing collaterals, and SaaS platforms.
Focused on delivering user-centric, scalable solutions that align with client objectives.
Expertise spans UI/UX design, prototyping, and design systems for diverse industries, ensuring impactful results and enhancing user engagement.

UX/UI Design Mentor, Designlab

Guided aspiring designers through the fundamentals of UX/UI design, fostering practical skills in user research, prototyping, and interface design.
Created an interactive learning environment to prepare students for real-world challenges, focusing on creative problem-solving and industry-relevant project simulations.
Played a key role in supporting students’ career development and professional growth.

Senior UX Designer, SHL

Led UX design for enterprise software at SHL, focusing on usability, accessibility, and data visualization.
Conducted user research, design ideation, and requirements analysis to define strategic design directions.
Created user flows, site maps, wireframes, and prototypes to translate business needs into intuitive experiences.
Performed moderated and unmoderated usability testing using UserZoomGo to enhance product usability.
Simplified complex platforms and improved data visualization for better user engagement.
Collaborated with product and development teams to ensure smooth project execution.
Mentored junior designers, supporting their professional growth and design expertise.
Managed multiple projects across global teams, maintaining clear communication and project success.
Delivered outstanding design solutions that consistently exceeded expectations and business goals.

Product Designer, Arkk Solutions

Designed and improved financial data platforms for enterprise clients.
Conducted user research to create intuitive, user-friendly interfaces.
Collaborated with stakeholders to align Al-driven workflows with business objectives.
Developed UX solutions that enhanced user experiences and streamlined complex processes.
Drove innovation in the financial sector by optimizing digital workflows.

UX Designer, Microsoft

Designed enterprise platforms, including the Microsoft Service Trust Portal, ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards.
Conducted user research and usability testing to refine designs, improving accessibility, usability, and information architecture.
Developed high-fidelity prototypes and interactive wireframes for enterprise security and compliance tools.
Collaborated with engineering, product, and legal teams to align UX solutions with business and regulatory requirements.
Enhanced user experience for complex data-driven platforms, optimizing navigation and content discoverability.
Designed scalable Ul components and contributed to design systems to maintain consistency across Microsoft's security platforms.
Worked on data visualization dashboards to simplify compliance tracking and reporting for enterprise clients.
Played a key role in enhancing Microsoft's security and compliance offerings, ensuring seamless user experiences for global enterprise users.