My name is Jyothirmai Akula, but you can call me Jyothi to keep it simple.
With over 8 years of experience in product design, I specialize in crafting digital solutions that resonate with global markets. My work includes collaborations with APAC and American partners, delivering impactful products across diverse industries. At Software AG, I focused on developing enterprise software solutions for Integration and IIoT platforms. Prior to that, I designed digital products for users in India and the global mobile market at Samsung Design Delhi and the Corporate Design Center in Seoul, contributing to projects with a truly global reach.
I’m passionate about solving complex problems, dedicating ample time to thoroughly understand the challenges at hand. I thrive in collaborative environments that foster learning, growth, and continuous skill development. In my free time, I stay updated on the latest innovations, approaches, and methodologies by listening to design podcasts.
Outside of work, I explore my love for typography through pencil calligraphy and brush lettering, constantly refining my skills. I also indulge in paper crafts and origami, creative processes that challenge both my patience and artistic expression.
Currently based in Milpitas, California, I’m open to new opportunities in the Bay Area.
Experience
Sr Product Designer, Software AG
JAN 2019 - JAN 2022
• Designed a no-code tool for developers to help create integrations between apps/services to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborated with the Design System and Marketing teams to conceptualize and prototype the initial rollout of the Design Language System (DLS), aligning with the company's rebranding guidelines.
• Worked closely with Pre-sales, Engineering, Co-innovation partners, and Product Management teams to ideate, mock-up, and prototype solutions tailored for manufacturing industry customers within the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) domain.
• Facilitated and moderated design thinking workshops to establish the product vision for Machine Learning capabilities within the Cumulocity IoT and TrendMiner teams.
Lead UX/UI Designer, Samsung Design Delhi & CDC Seoul
JUL 2013 - JAN 2019
• Spearheaded a visual trend research project aimed at identifying design themes, enabling the development of unique UI toolkits tailored for Indian millennial mobile users. This involved extensive user and expert studies, trend reporting, and ethnographic research.
• Overhauled the UI/UX framework of native applications, incorporating localized features for the entry-level J2 2016 smartphone, catering to Gen-Y users.
• Crafted the UI/UX for signature style applications (Home & Lock) for the J2 2018 Android Go model, tailored for users transitioning from feature phones to smartphones.
• Successfully designed and launched multiple products and features within the UX commercialization domain, focusing on 'Make for India' solutions.
Education
M Des in Visual Communication
Industrial Design Centre (IDC), IIT Bombay | 2011-2013
BFA in Applied Art & Visual Communication
Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture & Fine Arts University, Hyderabad | 2007-2011