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I’m Anjana Rakesh, a Senior Product / Lead Designer based in Berlin with 15+ years of experience shaping mobile and web applications. I focus on user-centered design that blends visual clarity, usability, and refined elegance with business goals, and I actively explore AI integrations and accessible design to create intuitive solutions.
I lead design strategies across cross-functional teams, mentor junior designers, contribute to design systems, and collaborate closely with product, engineering, and stakeholders to deliver impactful, scalable products. I’m a proactive team player who values continuous learning and meaningful collaboration.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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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, 2025Lead 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, 2022Handled 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, 2020Worked 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, 2011Worked on multiple design areas including mobile apps and web solutions for various campaigns.
Senior Web Designer at CompuNet
March 1, 2010 - March 1, 2010Responsible for designing and developing websites for the company and its clients.
Graphic Designer at Mythri
February 1, 1999 - February 1, 1999Handled all print jobs, designed educational materials, and participated in awareness events.
Senior Product Designer at SAP
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022Handled 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, 2020Contributed 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, 2011Led 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, 2010Designed 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, 1999Early career in website design, responsible for designing and maintaining around 100 websites and client portals across banks and business groups.
Senior Web Designer at CompuNet
July 1, 2000 - March 1, 2010Senior Web Designer responsible for designing ~100 websites for clients including HSBC Bank Dubai and Lloyd Bank Dubai; managed client portals and supported multiple business groups.
Graphic Designer at Mythri (NGO)
January 1, 1996 - February 1, 1999Designed brochures, educational materials, and publicity materials for Mythri’s Waste Wise campaigns; conducted workshops and participated in awareness events.
Education
Post Graduation in Mass Communication at Kerala Media Academy, India
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025Certification Diploma in Web designing and development at American Technical Academy, Dubai
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025Bachelors Degree in Bio Sciences at Kerala University, India
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025Post Graduation in Mass Communication, Print Design & Journalism at Kerala Media Academy, India
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026Diploma Web designing and development at American Technical Academy, Dubai
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026Bachelors Degree Bio Sciences at Kerala University, India
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026Post Graduation in Mass Communication, Print Design & Journalism at Kerala Media Academy, India
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Diploma Web Designing and Development at American Technical Academy, Dubai
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Bachelors Degree in Bio Sciences at Kerala University, India
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Qualifications
LinkedIn certifications
January 11, 2030 - November 20, 2025LinkedIn Certifications (15) in UX research, UX design principles, Business analysis and User data
January 11, 2030 - January 18, 2026LinkedIn Certifications in UX Research, UX Design Principles, Business Analysis and User Data (15 certifications)
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Education, Other
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.
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