A&CD UX Design Lead (Contract

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day 80000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the A&CD - UX Design Lead (Contract ) team were looking

Role & Responsibilities

• UX Leadership & Strategy

• Lead UX strategy and execution for Alstom D&IS digital products and platforms.
• Define user experience vision aligned with business objectives and product roadmaps.
• Drive adoption of user-centered design methodologies across product teams.
• Advocate UX best practices and influence product decisions through data-driven insights.

• Product Experience Design

• Lead end-to-end design activities from discovery to delivery.
• Design intuitive workflows for diagnostics troubleshooting monitoring and maintenance applications.
• Simplify complex operational and technical information into meaningful user experiences.
• Develop user flows interaction models wireframes mock-ups and high-fidelity prototypes.

• Design Systems & Governance

• Drive adoption and evolution of Alstoms Design System.
• Establish reusable patterns components accessibility standards and UX guidelines.
• Ensure consistency and scalability across digital products.
• Review designs and maintain quality standards throughout development.
• Weekly Management Review and Tracking

• Research & Validation

• Collaborate with UX Researchers to identify user needs and opportunities.
• Participate in user interviews usability testing and workflow evaluations.
• Translate research findings into actionable product improvements.
• Use qualitative and quantitative insights to guide design decisions.

• Team Collaboration & Mentorship

• Mentor UX/UI Designers UX Writers and UX Researchers.
• Foster a collaborative innovative and inclusive design culture.
• Partner with Product Managers and Engineering Leads to align priorities and outcomes.
• Conduct design reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Provide regular management updates and progress reporting.

• Innovation & Digital Transformation

• Explore emerging technologies including AI-assisted workflows predictive maintenance and intelligent operational interfaces.
• Support innovation initiatives and future mobility experiences across Alstom platforms.
• Contribute to strategic design thinking activities and product visioning exercises.

Preferred

• Experience in enterprise software SaaS industrial systems mobility transportation or manufacturing domains.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary UX teams.
• Strong understanding of Design Systems and scalable product ecosystems.
• Familiarity with data visualization and analytics-driven interfaces.
• Experience working in Agile product development environments.
• Exposure to AI-enabled user experiences and digital transformation programs.
• French language proficiency is advantageous but not mandatory.

Eligibility

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Interaction Design Product Design Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) UX Design Service Design or equivalent.
• 8 years of professional experience in UX Product Design Interaction Design or Digital Product Development.
• Proven experience designing complex enterprise applications and workflow-driven platforms.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating UX strategy systems thinking interaction design and measurable business impact.
• Advanced proficiency in Figma prototyping and design system management.
• Experience collaborating with Product Management Engineering QA Data and Business stakeholders.
• Strong communication stakeholder management and presentation skills.
• Experience mentoring teams and driving UX excellence across organizations.
• Strong understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive design practices.

Prospect

• Explore new avenues of rail mobility by developing proposals on User Experience / Passenger Experience Design on different Alstom platforms.

• Collaborate with Senior Mentor & Team members to brainstorm and create innovative design solutions to ensuretimelyand efficient delivery.

• Involve in Mobility design / CMF Design / trend research and provide insights for future physital solutions in larger ecosystem of Mass Mobility.

• Engage in creating design presentations visual content for UI / UX Assignments design communication materials.

• Contribute to an engaging collaborative and a thriving studio culture.

Note: Contractual Role (12-15 Months) - With greater possibility for long-term extension based on performance evaluation.

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.