Senior Mobile UI UX Designer

About Americana Restaurants International PLC

Americana Restaurants International PLC is a pioneering force in the MENA region and Kazakhstan's Out-of-Home Dining industry, ranking among the world's leading operators of Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) and casual dining establishments. With an extensive portfolio of iconic global brands and a dominant regional presence, it has driven growth and innovation for 60 + years.

The company's expansive network of 2,600 + restaurants spans 12 countries throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and Kazakhstan — from Kazakhstan in the east to Morocco in the west — powered by a team of over 40,000+ talented individuals committed to delivering exceptional food, superior service, and memorable experiences.

In line with its vision for innovation and operational excellence, it has established its Center of Excellence in Mohali, India. This facility plays a pivotal role in product development, IT, Digital, AI, and Analytics, as well as implementing global IT best practices. Serving as a strategic hub, it is integral to strengthening its technology backbone and driving digital transformation across its worldwide operations.

About the Role:

You will work on mobile applications, kiosks, and progressive web apps (PWAs) for globally recognized brands like KFC, Pizza Hut, Hardee's, and many more. This is an exciting opportunity for a designer with strong mobile-first design skills, excellent knowledge of design systems, and a passion for creating impactful user experiences.

Your Role Will Include:

• Leading the design efforts for mobile apps, kiosks, and PWAs for major brands like KFC, Pizza Hut, and Hardee's.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and implement innovative solutions for product direction, visuals, and user experience.
• Developing user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups, ensuring a seamless experience across multiple platforms.
• Designing intuitive and aesthetically pleasing interfaces, focusing on mobile-first, responsive, and RTL design solutions where necessary.
• Creating, maintaining, and advocating for design systems that ensure consistency across multiple digital products and brands.
• Working closely with stakeholders and developers to bring designs to life while ensuring the final product aligns with the design vision.
• Iterating on designs based on feedback, usability testing, and data analysis to improve user engagement and satisfaction.

This is an exciting opportunity for a designer with strong mobile-first design skills, excellent knowledge of design systems, and a passion for creating impactful user experiences.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

You must have:

• 10+ years of professional experience in mobile UI/UX design, with a focus on B2C brands.
• Extensive experience working with large, well-known brands, preferably in the food or restaurant industry.
• Excellent knowledge of design systems and their application across multiple platforms.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating mobile-first design, responsive web design, and case studies of products and modules delivered.
• Experience with RTL (right-to-left) design for global markets is a significant advantage.
• Proficiency in Figma, Photoshop, and After Effects. You must have experience in creating micro-animations.
• Excellent understanding of responsive web design, mobile apps, and kiosk interfaces.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to explain design decisions to stakeholders and team members.

Tools & Software:

You will use:

• Figma (primary tool for UI/UX design and collaboration)
• Photoshop (for image editing)
• After Effects (for Lottie, UI animations and prototyping)
• Adobe XD/Sketch / Invision (optional)

Preferred Experience:

Prior experience in the food industry or working with food-related brands is a plus.

Portfolio Requirement:

You must have a strong portfolio with case studies of products and modules you have delivered.

Why Join Us?

You will be part of a global team shaping the future of digital experiences in the restaurant industry.

We offer exciting projects for world-renowned brands like KFC, Pizza Hut, and Hardee's.