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Accomplished UX Design Leader with deep experience driving innovation and delivering exceptional user experiences across consumer, B2B, and SaaS products. Over two decades of leadership at companies such as Google, Microsoft, Cisco, Hewlett Packard, and Wells Fargo, where I’ve led the design of complex, high-scale systems—from enterprise platforms and AI-powered tools to regulated, data-intensive products and customer-facing applications. Proven ability to define product vision, scale and mentor teams, build design operations from the ground up, and unify design systems across organizations. Equally effective in fast-moving startups and large matrixed environments, including leadership roles at smaller companies like Ouray, Gavelnet.com, and Kuali, where I defined UX strategy and drove cross-functional alignment. Recognized for a hands-on approach to research, prototyping, and shipping results-focused designs that improve engagement, usability, and business performance.

With over 8 years of experience across e-commerce and fintech, I’ve launched platforms that have delivered $100M+ in annual revenue. What I Bring: 1. Ecommerce Expertise: Product discovery, search, personalization, and conversion optimization 2. Fintech Product Strategy: Onboarding, KYC, compliance flows, and feature engagement 3. Data-Driven: Advanced in SQL, A/B testing, funnel analysis, and growth experimentation 4. Leadership: Led 25+ cross-functional team members across UX, engineering, and marketing 5. Business Acumen: MBA + Full P&L ownership, GTM planning, and scaling multi-channel products Results Snapshot: +$100M Revenue | 117% YoY Growth | +25% Conversion Rate | +35% Customer Growth NPS 86 for consumer-facing apps Cut onboarding time by 80% and improved verification success to 99.9% Now Exploring: Senior PM / Group PM / Director-level roles at product-led companies where I can drive measurable business impact through growth, experimentation, and customer-first thinking. Let’s connect if you're building something meaningful!.

I'm Nihar Shah, a blockchain and AI engineer with a Master’s from NYU’s Courant Institute, building cutting-edge Web3 and DeFi solutions at Starkware, Nethermind, and HIFI Bridge. As a Chainlink Labs advocate, angel investor, and advisor to startups, I’m passionate about pushing AI, security & Web3 forward. I’ve won hackathon awards, taught blockchain at Great Lakes Institute, and love sharing my tech journey.

I have created designs that connect with people on a deeper level. With 14+ years of experience, I've boosted engagement by 35% at Expedia through intuitive interfaces and modular systems. Blending research and creativity, I collaborate with cross-functional teams to create meaningful designs, prioritize evidence-based solutions, and translate complex health information into intuitive experiences. I strive to make digital and physical spaces more accessible and inclusive. I love diving deep into user research to find design solutions that empower people. I thrive collaborating across engineering, marketing, and product teams, translating user motivations into compelling visual experiences that make an impact.

A Software developer with over 3+ years of experience I bring a solid range of skills to the table. I've delved deeply into technologies like React JS, Redux, JavaScript, NextJs, VueJs, SCSS, and Bootstrap, with a particular focus on mastering React JS. Building single-page applications is kind of my thing, and I've got hands-on experience in frontend development. I have a strong grasp of Redux architecture and its principles, allowing me to implement it efficiently. I am highly adaptable to new technologies and can deliver solutions both independently and as part of a team. My responsibilities have included new feature implementation, enhancements, bug fixing and new development.

Hi, I’m Varun, and I specialize in helping financial and healthcare institutions simplify complex challenges through intuitive design solutions. How do I do that? Design thinking: Create seamless experiences that make both customers and employees love your core offerings. Intuitive interfaces: Develop user-friendly, human-centered designs that empower customers to meet their goals. Service blueprints: Map out touchpoints, backend processes, and customer interactions for a cohesive experience. Atomic design systems: Implement scalable design systems that streamline and accelerate product development. UX audits: Identify and resolve bottlenecks and accessibility issues to boost conversions. Why hire me? I can function as a one-person design team or coach your existing team to elevate their skills and processes. I’ll provide honest insights, even when it’s tough to hear, to ensure you make the best decisions. I bring deep expertise in design for financial services and healthcare industries. I’m well-versed in Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall, or a blend of methodologies. With over 150+ user interviews under my belt, I provide insights that drive critical decisions. I have 8+ years of UI, UX, and product design experience working with agencies, startups, and global enterprises. Ready to elevate your product? Feel free to connect with me or send a message! No visa sponsorship required

As a Product Manager, my passion lies at the intersection of technology and business, fueling my journey through the ever-evolving technology landscape. I've had the privilege of working with startups, mid-sized companies, and large enterprises, giving me a unique perspective on the diverse challenges and opportunities each presents. My experience spans across SaaS and hardware, internal and external consumer-facing roles, where I've led cross-functional teams to launch complex products, ensuring alignment between business goals and product strategies. Beyond the hustle and bustle at work, I find joy in exploring and traveling the world, capturing beautiful panoramic views from above with my DJI drone, and expressing creativity in various aspects. I value the power of meaningful connections and the stories they bring. Let's connect and share our journeys!

I love startups (of which I’ve co-founded three) and regularly contribute to open-source projects on GitHub. I love building gorgeous, secure, powerful, responsive websites, writing clean, maintainable code, and building software to make people’s lives a little bit easier. My hobbies include drawing, design, gym, sport, write poetry, playing guitar and of course the programming. My main qualities are perseverance, desire for knowledge, a healthy lifestyle, resistance to stress and the high intelligence.

With over 20 years of experience in UX and design, I have a proven track record of leading teams to deliver innovative and user-centered products. I’m a design leader with a diverse background, from Frog Design agency work in San Francisco, Social Impact NGO work in India, Fintech Startup multi—hat wearing in Berlin and WealthTech with Charles Schwab. I have a vast breadth of experience to pull from which allows me to find product/market fit through clients eyes, strategize a design approach with product and engineering in addition to conceive, ideate and deliver on best in class Product Designs to millions of clients. I have coached and led teams for 8 years, growing them from scratch or inheriting and reforming. I love building strong trust, cultivating growth and teaching career strategy. I coach from beginners to Team Managers. I love building relationships. My sweet spot is in building products that are client facing with Lean UX. This includes • Product/Market Fit • Design Thinking workshops • Project managing/scoping design within projects • Building processes btwn product, design and technology • Design best practices, methodoigies and experiences • Building and growing UX Research Practices • UX for Startups (how to do Guerilla style to reap best impact) • Working with Designers for non-designers Some items of interest from my experience: - I have spearheaded a Segmentation strategy to unify company strategy. I wove together Market Research, Business Strategy and Product to identify values and experience overlap for personalization and scale. - I have driven and strengthened the design system to provide continuity to strengthen brand, while tailoring to most important values of design for User Segment. (Launch of Redesigned Native and Desktop Schwab Retirement Experience). - Evangelized Human Centered Design that changed employees way of working and thinking throughout the company by teaching UX Bootcamps, building UX Research capabilities, supporting diverse discipline needs with Design Strategy mentorship and support and managing and growing a team of 17 designers. - Curious and Driven - which means I love digging in to the work (in whatever software) rising above the details to think of the complex to distill, and constantly push teams to build efficient, lovable products that strive to pull in AI and think bigger than what is today. Please reach out, I'd love to help with your questions and solve a big ole juicy problem!

Ever since I realized the potential of technology to transform industries and empower individuals, I’ve been on a mission to create solutions that make a difference. With over 5 years of experience as a Full Stack and Drupal Developer, I specialize in crafting custom, user-centric digital solutions that drive results. From optimizing the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute’s website for accessibility to leading the development of AI-powered interfaces for Nularian Electrify, I’ve consistently delivered impactful projects on tight deadlines. My work with organizations like the Delaware River and Bay Authority and California Transportation Department has enhanced user engagement and streamlined workflows, reflecting my commitment to technical excellence. Skills Highlights: • Building scalable web applications with Drupal, React, or any other technology that catches my eye. • Expertise in cloud platforms like AWS and Azure to ensure high-performance and secure deployments. • Pioneering solutions in AI integration, accessibility compliance, and SEO optimization. Beyond coding, I thrive in agile environments where collaboration and innovation intersect. As a mentor and open-source contributor, I believe in the power of community and giving back, a value I carry into every project. Passions: When I’m not coding, you’ll find me mentoring budding developers, riding my KLR650 through the mountains, or diving into creative projects like designing e-commerce platforms for small businesses. Let’s Connect! If you’re looking for a developer who can turn complex challenges into elegant solutions—or just want to chat about technology, motorcycles, or sustainability—feel free to reach out.

• I bring 9 years of experience in product management, business analysis, and product delivery, along with over 10 years of team leadership, including more than 3 years leading a team of direct reports • I have a proven track record in defining product vision and strategy and developing roadmaps for SaaS platform-based products that drive revenue growth and customer loyalty • Among my key priorities are understanding market needs, aligning with company goals in defining product strategies, and ensuring effective communication with teams to make them feel involved and empowered • I always focus on establishing a healthy, supportive and collaborative environment, which guides my interactions with both cross-functional and technical teams • My analytical mindset, along with attention to details and striving for operational excellence are fundamental to my success • I believe that establishing and following good operational practices is fundamental for a company's scalability and growth. I always ensure the product management team has the necessary tools and continuously improves its practices