Solving problems through Design Thinking User Research Product Design Artificial Intelligence

Designing Clarity

in a world of complexity

Transforming complex product ecosystems into intuitive, scalable digital experiences.

50

Completed
Projects

15

Years of Experience

2

Awards
Winner

My Work

Projects

Intelligent FIDO Key Management for IAM

Design

AI Powered Semiconductor Solution

AI

Cardio Pulmonary Management (CPM) System

Research

Image Caption Generation

Design

TechNexts Data Analysis

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TechNexts Data Analysis

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Analytics Dashboard Software

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Analytics Dashboard Software

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Resume

Professional Journey & Education

2016 - Present

UX Architect

Noida, HCLTech

Leading UX practice for IoT Works at HCLTech with a multidisciplinary team of 25 UX Designers, Researchers, UI Designers and Visual Designers.
Streamlined complex challenges using design-thinking, reducing delivery time and improving solution usability.

2013 - 2015

Design Manager

Gurgaon, Policy Bazaar

Managed team of 10+ designers, overseeing all design interfaces for India’s top online insurance aggregator, Policy Bazaar.
Designed and launched the Policy Bazaar mobile app, improving access for emerging markets.

2009 - 2012

Digital Producer

Gurgaon, Nairobi Smile Group

I worked with BU named “Quasar” which provide services in digital media, creative solutions, mobile apps & e-commerce. It is now acquired by WPP. I was responsible to build user-centric products that set new standards in usability and aesthetics, which were easy to use & gave a positive experience to end-users.

Courses

2018 - 2019

Usability Analyst

Human Factors International

HFI is the industry's gold standard in UX certification.

2023

Google UX Design

Google

With professional training designed by Google.

UX designers focus on the interaction that users have with products, like websites, apps, and physical objects.

Certificate

Education

2000 - 2003

Bachelors in Computer Application

Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut

Graduate degree focused on software development, programming, and IT skills, preparing graduates for careers in the tech industry as developers, analysts, or system administrators.

Testimonials

Voices of Colleagues & Clients

I worked with Varun as a Product designer on a complex cybersecurity product, and he was a real pleasure to collaborate with. He worked very autonomously while collaborating smoothly with product managers, developers, and designers across time zones. His UX skills, fresh perspectives, and constructive feedback consistently helped improve the quality and clarity of our solutions. Varun is reliable, proactive, and easy to work with, and I would gladly collaborate with him again. I highly recommend him to any team looking for a strong UX designer comfortable with complex B2B products.

Clément Jourdain

Sr. Product Designer, Thales

I had the pleasure of working with Varun during his time at Thales. Earlier in his onboarding phase when he joined, I was impressed by his speed and exceptional grasping power, allowing him to start contributing effectively from day one. Varun is a genuine asset and a gem of a colleague. I highly recommend him to any team looking for a strong contributor, a critical thinker, and a proactive challenger, not just someone who takes orders. He will make an immediate and lasting positive impact.

Simranjit Singh Sandhu

Senior UX Designer at Thales

I've had the pleasure of Varun working in UX Competency center within one of my teams in the IoT WoRKS where he served as a UX Lead Designer and Solution Architect. His ability to seamlessly blend technical acumen with user experience design is truly remarkable. Moreover, Varun consistently stays ahead of the curve by keeping up-to-date with the latest design trends, technologies and certifications. In addition to his Solution and technical skills, Varun is a joy to work with. He is a team player who is always willing to go the extra mile to help colleagues and ensure project success.

Vishal Kaushik

VP, ERS HCLTech

Varun has a very deep understanding of customer expectations and he is very responsive and provide quick turnarounds in delivering exceptional customer value not just the UI UX but the whole experience of a user interaction with the presentation layer, Varun is an asset in any team which not only wants to meet the requirements but exceed customer expectations. I am lucky to have worked with Varun.