Hasaranga

Consult - Senior UX Designer

Aug 2025 - Apr 2026 • 8 mos

Led end-to-end UX/UI design and research for AI-driven SaaS platform features across discovery, ideation, and delivery stages. Conducted user interviews, usability testing, and heuristic evaluations to identify workflow friction points and improve efficiency. Designed wireframes, interaction flows, clickable prototypes, and high-fidelity UI for complex enterprise systems. Collaborated closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders in agile environments to align user needs with business goals. Leveraged AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT, Cursor, and AI Studio to accelerate ideation, design iterations, and documentation. Improved design-to-development handoff efficiency through scalable UX documentation and consistent design systems. Presented UX insights and design decisions using structured storytelling and clear rationale to stakeholders.

Senior UX Researcher and Designer

May 2022 - Aug 2025 • 3 yrs 3 mos

Led UX research and product design initiatives for enterprise and customer-facing web and mobile applications. Conducted qualitative and quantitative research including user interviews, usability testing, surveys, and behavioral analysis to inform design decisions. Performed usability audits and heuristic evaluations to identify issues and improve end-to-end user journeys. Facilitated co-creation workshops, journey mapping sessions, and collaborative discussions with stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Designed responsive interfaces, scalable design systems, and reusable UI components using user-centered design principles. Worked closely with engineering teams to ensure accurate implementation of interaction patterns and responsive behavior. Managed project timelines and deliverables while aligning with business objectives, and also mentored junior designers to support team growth.

Graphic Designer

Jul 2018 - Jun 2022 • 3 yrs 11 mos

Worked on branding, social media creatives, marketing materials, and digital design projects while developing strong visual communication and layout skills. This experience helped build a strong foundation in visual hierarchy, typography, and user-focused design thinking.