UX/UI Product Designer

Product designer with 5+ years in UX/UI and 9+ years across web, graphic design, and branding

Bonjour, I'm Raya, web & visual designer, working with Adobe, Blender, Figma, Tilda and Webflow

I design complex SaaS systems and mobile apps with 1M+ users

I lead UX strategy, visual design, and design system development

I lead the design process from research to developer-ready solutions, keeping products consistent and scalable

I also work closely with developers to reduce rework and keep delivery smooth.

AI design

Using AI-assisted workflows in Figma, I created an MVP for a fashion app where users can generate an AI avatar and try on outfits digitally. It helped our team start early conversations with potential clients and development partners about the next stage of the product.

UX/UI design

A wide range of different interfaces for more than 50 websites, 5 SaaS systems, 4 mobile apps and 3 street kiosk I have been successful in developing. My work has involved creating user-friendly, intuitive designs adapted to different platforms and environments.

Layouts
Prototyping
Animation
PERSONAS 
FLOWs
Research
AI
Wireframing
UI-KIT
Concepts
Tokens
Pallets
Icons
Presentation Skills
Leadership
Creativity
Communication
Innovation
Empathy
Critical Thinking
Adaptability
Teamwork
Creativity

Background:
Education & Experience 

2003

Ekaterinburg COLLEGE
of Architecture
and Civil Engineering

Master in Architecture

After graduation, I studied architecture and fine arts.

2007

Ural Architectural University,
Faculty of Economics

Bachelor
of Business Management

Management training was useful to me later in my career as a team leader.

Senior brand designer
Art director

Led creative teams of 4-8 designers, designing logos and packaging for over 50 brands.

Junior
Web Designer

My dream came true - I started designing websites after receiving additional education.

2021 - 2024

softmajor agency

Web
Designer

Thanks to the fantastic work of a talented team, I designed over 40 websites, increased user engagement by 30% through innovative design solutions.

2022 - present

APRICODE AGENCY

UX-UI
designer

File structure changes, utilizing the component system and animation in Figma for prototype development increased the team's overall productivity by 20% in over 10 projects.

I work with Scrum and two-week sprints

FAQs

What type of products do you usually work on?

UX for complex systems

Designing interfaces for data-heavy products and multi-role platforms.

Product thinking

Balancing business goals, user needs, and technical constraints.

Design systems

Building scalable UI patterns for large digital products.

AI-assisted design

Using AI tools to prototype and validate product ideas faster.

How do you approach complex UX problems?

I start by understanding the business goals and user needs, then map the user journey and identify friction points. From there I design solutions, test hypotheses and iterate based on feedback.

    How do you collaborate with developers?

    I work closely with developers during the entire process — from early concepts to implementation — ensuring designs are realistic, scalable and aligned with the product architecture.

    Independent artist or team player?

    I’m definitely a team player. I enjoy collaborating with clients, developers, and other designers to create work that everyone feels proud of.