Ivan Poliakov,
product
designer with development skills,
solving user challenges
aligned with business goals

Selected projects

Digital office

The service transforms office management by centralizing critical tasks into a single platform. It enables ordering of access passes, streamlined approval of vacation requests, and booking of meeting rooms. The platform makes managing office essentials straightforward, and reducing administrative complexities.

E-shop of doors

An online door store that combines aesthetics with user-centric functionality. This project was driven by the goal to streamline the door selection and purchase process for both residential and commercial clients. The design focused on ease of use and providing a seamless shopping experience.

Cashview

The financial service is anmanagement accounting and expense tracking system for businesses. It provides a comprehensive solution for monitoring and analyzing company costs and expenses efficiently. One of the key functionalities is the real-time tracking of expenses.

Taskwise

A task management system designed to streamline and enhance productivity for both personal and professional use. Central to its design is an emphasis on user-friendly categorization, allowing users to organize tasks efficiently with easy-to-use categories that can be customized to fit their specific needs.

3D icons and etc.

In my product design process, I have a particular fondness for 3D modeling. 3D models and icons add another layer of sence to my designs. Custom 3D icons and models enhance user interfaces, making products more intuitive and engaging. It creates a more cohesive and interactive experience for the end-user.

Expertise & skills

Research

I use both qualitative and quantitative methods to gather insights.

This involves user interviews, surveys, usability testing, analysis of metrics and data to inform design decisions. My focus on research ensures that every design choice is data-driven and aligned with user behavior and market trends.

By iterating through ideation, prototyping, and testing, I ensure that the solutions I develop address the real-world needs and preferences of users.

Custdev
JTBD
UX
Usability
Metrics

I specialize in leveraging analytics to enhance design impact on key product metrics. My expertise includes conducting A/B testing and formulating hypotheses to boost business performance.

I use tools like Google Analytics and Amplitude and have SQL skills to extract information from databases.

This data-informed approach ensures design decisions improve user experience and contribute to business growth.

Analysis
Amplitude
GA
SQL
Programming

I can create simple web applications using JavaScript, React, and PHP, enabling rapid design hypothesis testing and improving developer communication.

By integrating coding into my design practice, I ensure that my designs are not only visually appealing but also technically sound and easily implementable.

Understanding developers' challenges and tools, I bridge design and development, enhancing communication and product quality.

HTML
JS
React
PHP
Design systems

I specialize in creating scalable design systems using design tokens and atomic design principles, adept at aligning with mobile frameworks such as Material Design and Human Interface Guidelines.

This expertise enables me to build scalable components, streamlining the creation of desktop and mobile apps.

My work bridges design and development, ensuring products are not only consistent but also optimized for diverse mobile ecosystems.

Tokens
Atomic
Scalability
Consistency
Design thinking and HCD

My approach to product design is anchored in Design Thinking and Human-Centered Design principles.

I prioritize understanding the end-user's needs and challenges through empathetic engagement.

By iterating through ideation, prototyping, and testing, I ensure that the solutions I develop address the real-world needs and preferences of users.

Double diamond
Strategy
Ideation
Leadership

I lead design teams with a focus on empowerment and skill development, creating a culture where innovation thrives.

My leadership extends to bridging cross-functional teams, ensuring collaboration across design, development, and marketing to achieve unified project goals.

Skilled in communicating complex design outcomes to top-tier management, I showcase the strategic value of design, aligning our work with business objectives.

Team
Communication
Influence
From Insight to Impact

I am adept at crafting digital products from concept to completion, using my development skills to create innovative solutions that meet user needs.

My skill in user research and analyzing product metrics plays a vital role in shaping effective strategies and boosting user engagement.

Product designer with coding skills
My development skills seamlessly enable effective communication with developers, allow for the gathering of advanced data from databases, and facilitate the crafting of data-driven, user-centric designs, along with the swift prototyping of interactive solutions.
Master's degree in computer science

Graduating from a top-tier technical university, I bring a solid foundation in computational theory and practical problem-solving.

It helps me to create solutions at the intersection of technology and design or integrate cutting edge technologies into projects: AI, ML, AR or modern mobile features.

Effective Communication with Developers

My experience developing MVP apps using JavaScript, React, and PHP, along with my familiarity with developers' tools, enhances my ability to communicate effectively with them.

This knowledge allows me to engage in more meaningful discussions, understand technical challenges, and collaborate on solutions, fostering a collaborative and efficient working environment.

Work with Databases and APIs

My skills in working with databases, SQL, and API requests enable me to craft data-driven designs and functional services.

By ensuring designs are informed by thorough data analysis, I enhance the user experience with robust, scalable solutions that align perfectly with user needs, seamlessly blending aesthetics with functionality.

About me
My deep expertise in product metrics, research, UX, and usability enables me to extract actionable insights, deeply understand user needs, and develop scalable, consistent designs that align with both user experiences and business objectives.
Experience

My experience in design spans several key industries. I've crafted intuitive financial interfaces emphasizing security and simplicity. My work in the travel sector focused on developing informative, user-friendly platforms enriched with real-time data.

I've created a variety of mobile apps, each tailored for optimal usability and performance. I've balanced aesthetics with functionality, enhancing user experience and engagement in online shopping platforms.

Education

I hold a Master's degree in Computer Science, which has provided me with a solid foundation in technical problem-solving and computational thinking.

I have expanded my skill set by undertaking various courses in typography, layout, UX design, and product management.

I am continually seeking out new learning opportunities and staying abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies.

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