About

A versatile and delivery-focused product designer with a passion for the tech industry and an art background. Dedicated to crafting user-centered design solutions and delivering impactful outcomes. Personable and energetic collaborator with a talent for mentoring aspiring UX designers. An author who published her first book at the age of 22. Motivated and active worker with a strong ability to observe, learn, and build user-centered design solutions; also a former boxer.

7+

Years of experience

20+

Completed Projects

Mentor

Helping aspiring designers

Lead Designer

On SaaS Projects

Short resumé

I currently lead UX design for cloud security and developer-focused projects at Cisco, where I’ve helped shape product strategy and design systems. At Amdocs, I collaborated closely with engineering teams, leading the UX design for complex monitoring systems from concept to launch. At Empire Media, I led the design of multiple apps and websites, building a cross-team delivery process. I’ve also mentored UX designers globally at UX Tree and have extensive experience as a graphic and web designer, contributing to a variety of projects across several companies.

My Process

01

Research and Discovery

I start by gathering insights through user research and analyzing business goals to ensure a clear direction.

02

Ideation and Prototyping

Next, I create wireframes and prototypes, collaborating with stakeholders to refine ideas and check feasibility.

03

Testing and Delivery

I conduct usability testing, then work closely with developers during handoff to ensure the design vision is realized accurately.

Work Experience

2022 — Present

Cisco

Senior UX Designer

Led cloud security features, developer-oriented, and AI projects' design work. Designed user research and competitive benchmarking to implement innovative UX solutions and contributed to developing the new product strategy and design system. Built developer experience and cloud technologies training for the design team.

2022 — Present

Cisco

Senior UX Designer

Led cloud security features, developer-oriented, and AI projects' design work. Designed user research and competitive benchmarking to implement innovative UX solutions and contributed to developing the new product strategy and design system. Built developer experience and cloud technologies training for the design team.

2024 — Present

UX Tree

UX Mentor

Mentored UX designers, reviewing their work and aiding in portfolio development. Conducted 1-1 and group sessions, providing personalised feedback and guidance to enhance their design skills and career progression.

2024 — Present

UX Tree

UX Mentor

Mentored UX designers, reviewing their work and aiding in portfolio development. Conducted 1-1 and group sessions, providing personalised feedback and guidance to enhance their design skills and career progression.

2021 — 2022

Amdocs

Interaction Designer

Worked on user experience design of complex monitoring systems as part of a cross-functional team, led user research and usability testing, and developed a new design system. Ensured feasibility and delivery of features by working closely with the product team from stage concept to launch.

2021 — 2022

Amdocs

Interaction Designer

Worked on user experience design of complex monitoring systems as part of a cross-functional team, led user research and usability testing, and developed a new design system. Ensured feasibility and delivery of features by working closely with the product team from stage concept to launch.

2020 — 2021

Empire Media

Product Designer

Led the design of three company projects, including apps and websites. Worked on creating research and cross-team delivery process by building a design system serving multiple company's products and providing educational sessions for the product team about HCI and UX. \

2020 — 2021

Empire Media

Product Designer

Led the design of three company projects, including apps and websites. Worked on creating research and cross-team delivery process by building a design system serving multiple company's products and providing educational sessions for the product team about HCI and UX. \

2020

SKARB NGO

UI/UX Designer

Designed interfaces and created user experience for the website for desktop and mobile. Worked with the R&D team, conducted user research, heuristic evaluations, benchmark analysis. Designed and tested wireframes and prototypes to build a platform for volunteers and non-profits.

2020

SKARB NGO

UI/UX Designer

Designed interfaces and created user experience for the website for desktop and mobile. Worked with the R&D team, conducted user research, heuristic evaluations, benchmark analysis. Designed and tested wireframes and prototypes to build a platform for volunteers and non-profits.

2016-2020

Multiple Places

Graphic&Web Designer

Contributed to creating commercials, brand design, and maintaining the company website. Actively participated in organizing exhibitions, planning and coordinating logistics, and working with partners to ensure successful events. Managed content for company websites and social media, developing a consistent brand message across all platforms.

2016-2020

Multiple Places

Graphic&Web Designer

Contributed to creating commercials, brand design, and maintaining the company website. Actively participated in organizing exhibitions, planning and coordinating logistics, and working with partners to ensure successful events. Managed content for company websites and social media, developing a consistent brand message across all platforms.

My Skillset:

tools

Figma

Sketch

Miro

Axure

Storybook

Maze

HTML/CSS/JavaScript/Python

user experience

User Research

Benchmarking

Wireframing

User Testing

Information Architecture

Interaction Design

UI Validation

delivery

Prototyping

Knowledge of Front-End Tech

Design System Management

Accessibility Standards

Design Documentation

Quality Assurance

Usability Testing Support