I'm a Senior Product (UX/UI) Designer with 15 years of experience specializing in mobile and web applications. I deliver user-centric designs that balance business objectives with exceptional user experiences, guided by principles of visual clarity, usability, simplicity, and refined elegance. I rely on design thinking and an understanding of user psychology to inform decisions while ensuring timely delivery and improved team efficiency. As a team leader, I mentor junior designers, contribute to design systems and accessibility across products, and stay current with the latest design trends and tools. I thrive in cross-functional environments, collaborating with product, engineering, and marketing to create scalable, accessible interfaces for Casavi and beyond.…

Anjana Rakesh

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I'm a Senior Product (UX/UI) Designer with 15 years of experience specializing in mobile and web applications. I deliver user-centric designs that balance business objectives with exceptional user experiences, guided by principles of visual clarity, usability, simplicity, and refined elegance. I rely on design thinking and an understanding of user psychology to inform decisions while ensuring timely delivery and improved team efficiency. As a team leader, I mentor junior designers, contribute to design systems and accessibility across products, and stay current with the latest design trends and tools. I thrive in cross-functional environments, collaborating with product, engineering, and marketing to create scalable, accessible interfaces for Casavi and beyond.…

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I’m a Senior Product (UX/UI) Designer with 15 years of experience specializing in mobile and web applications. I deliver user-centric designs that balance business objectives with exceptional user experiences, guided by principles of visual clarity, usability, simplicity, and refined elegance. I rely on design thinking and an understanding of user psychology to inform decisions while ensuring timely delivery and improved team efficiency.

As a team leader, I mentor junior designers, contribute to design systems and accessibility across products, and stay current with the latest design trends and tools. I thrive in cross-functional environments, collaborating with product, engineering, and marketing to create scalable, accessible interfaces for Casavi and beyond.

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Language

English
Fluent
Tamil
Fluent
Malayalam
Fluent
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Product Designer at Casavi GmbH
May 1, 2022 - November 20, 2025
Lead Designer for two cross-functional teams at Casavi, a software platform for property managers. My role spans the full design lifecycle, covering UX/UI design, user research, usability testing, and strategic design planning across Casavi's web platform and mobile app.
Senior Product Designer at SAP
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Handled the initial designs of SAP Value Acceleration Business Process product's workspace export/import features in their Engineering department.
Senior Product Designer at Cisco Systems
July 1, 2020 - July 1, 2020
Worked with Cisco's Customer Experience (CX) group as part of the UX/UI design team. Contributed to end-to-end design for enterprise-scale web solutions.
Senior Designer at Shine Works
March 1, 2011 - March 1, 2011
Worked on multiple design areas including mobile apps and web solutions for various campaigns.
Senior Web Designer at CompuNet
March 1, 2010 - March 1, 2010
Responsible for designing and developing websites for the company and its clients.
Graphic Designer at Mythri
February 1, 1999 - February 1, 1999
Handled all print jobs, designed educational materials, and participated in awareness events.
Senior Product Designer at SAP
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022
Handled initial designs for SAP Value Acceleration Business Process product’s workspace export/import features within the Engineering department, contributing to rapid value delivery for themed business challenges and processes.
Senior Product Designer at Cisco Systems
April 1, 2011 - July 1, 2020
Contributed to end-to-end design for enterprise-scale web solutions, collaborating with clients, product managers, and engineers. Created wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI while maintaining brand and accessibility standards. Led UX workshops, facilitated design reviews, and supported internal and client-facing projects including mPortal, Verizon One Talk for Desktop, and Digicel Collaborate Portal. Mentored peers and supported design system evolution.
Senior Designer at Shine Works
May 1, 2010 - March 1, 2011
Led digital design campaigns for mobile apps and web solutions, contributed to event branding, and supported multi-channel design efforts.
Senior Web Designer at mPortal (India) Wireless Solutions Private Limited
July 1, 2000 - March 1, 2010
Designed and developed complex admin portals for business administrators across various platforms; contributed to the design and UX of self-service portals during the era of mobile-focused enterprise solutions; the company was later acquired, and the work supported broader UC/telecom product ecosystems.
Graphic Designer
January 1, 1996 - February 1, 1999
Early career in website design, responsible for designing and maintaining around 100 websites and client portals across banks and business groups.

Education

Post Graduation in Mass Communication at Kerala Media Academy, India
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025
Certification Diploma in Web designing and development at American Technical Academy, Dubai
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025
Bachelors Degree in Bio Sciences at Kerala University, India
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025
Post Graduation in Mass Communication, Print Design & Journalism at Kerala Media Academy, India
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Diploma Web designing and development at American Technical Academy, Dubai
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026
Bachelors Degree Bio Sciences at Kerala University, India
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026

Qualifications

LinkedIn certifications
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025
LinkedIn Certifications (15) in UX research, UX design principles, Business analysis and User data
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Education, Other
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    Casavi is a central platform for all aspects of digital property management. It enables efficient communication across all properties, with owners, tenants, and service providers, while streamlining operations and business processes.

    As a leading platform in the real estate industry, Casavi automates process management, communication, and service provider coordination.