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Savinda Rukshan

Summary

Highly skilled UI/UX Designer & Developer with extensive experience in conducting user research, designing wireframes and prototypes, and developing responsive web interfaces. Seeking a position that allows to leverage strong creative, communication, and organizational skills to complete projects using user-centered design approaches for service or product development.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior UI/UX Designer & Developer

Upwork
12.2019 - Current
  • Conducted extensive user research to gain deep insights to target audience, effectively informing design decisions and optimizing user experiences
  • Designed wireframes and interactive prototypes to effectively communicate user interface and gather feedback from clients and stakeholders
  • Developed responsive web interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and optimal user experience
  • Created wireframes, interactive prototypes, and user flows to visualize design concepts and user journeys
  • Utilized rapid prototyping techniques to iterate and refine designs based on user feedback
  • Collaborated with stakeholders, including developers and product managers, to ensure accurate implementation of design elements

Software Engineering Consultant - UI/UX

WSO2
10.2017 - 12.2019
  • Conducted user research and testing to understand user needs, behaviors, and goals, informing the design process
  • Developed screen-level wireframes to illustrate user interfaces and interactions, aligning with project objectives and client requirements
  • Built and maintained the front-end of web and mobile applications using technologies such as HTML, CSS, and
  • JavaScript
  • Conducted user interviews and performed card sorting exercises to inform information architecture and navigation design
  • Continuously refined and optimized the user experience to improve usability and meet business goals

UX Architect & Frontend Developer

LiquidSky Software, Inc
09.2015 - 10.2017
  • Conducted user research and testing to understand user needs, behaviors, and goals, informing the design process
  • Developed screen-level wireframes to illustrate user interfaces and interactions, aligning with project objectives and client requirements
  • Built and maintained the front-end of web and mobile applications using technologies such as HTML, CSS, and
  • JavaScript
  • Conducted user interviews and performed card sorting exercises to inform information architecture and navigation design
  • Continuously refined and optimized the user experience to improve usability and meet business goals

UI Engineer

Prima Management Services (Private) Limited
01.2015 - 08.2015
  • Was responsible for designing and developing user interfaces for software products which leads to 15% growth in users
  • Created and implemented visually appealing elements like buttons, menus, and layouts that saves users by 20-30 seconds
  • Collaborated closely with development team to ensure software meets user requirements
  • Worked in tandem with sales and marketing teams to effectively market software and cater to customer needs
  • Dedicated to continuous improvement, conducting thorough testing to enhance usability, accessibility, and performance of software

UI/ UX Designer & Web Developer

Aspirations Education
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Created visually appealing and user-friendly websites that increased total leads by 30% and revenue by 23%
  • Conducted user research, wireframing, prototyping, and testing to ensure intuitive and engaging interfaces that smoothen user flows
  • Worked on web development using WordPress that help to increased SEO ranking of website significantly - Ranked number 1 among education consultancy firms in Sri Lanka
  • Contributed to social media marketing, implementing strategies to enhance brand awareness and engagement by 60%
  • Created high-quality graphics and assets for both print and digital media, including career fair branding materials
  • Participated in design review meetings to brainstorm new UX developments through collaborative thinking.
  • Presented UX designs and solutions to senior staff, evangelizing for user-centric design decisions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Wrexham Glyndŵr University
UK
02.2022

Skills

TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • UX Design: Visual Design, Information Design, Information Architecture, Interaction Design, Design Systems
  • Research & Ideation: Optimal Workshop, Survey Monkey, Miro, Figma Jam
  • Wire-framing & Prototyping: Figma, Balsamiq, Framer, Invision
  • Design: Figma, Sketch, Adobe Xd, Invision
  • User, Usability Testing & Documentation: Usability Hub, Hotjar, Google Analytics, Markdown, Google Drive
  • Front-end: HTML, CSS, TypeScript, JavaScript, Tailwind, Bootstrap, React JS, Saas
  • Other Tools/ Productivity: VS Code, GitHub, Shell, Trello, Jira, Slack

SOFT SKILLS

  • Clear & Concise Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Problem Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Adaptability

Certification

Clear & Concise Communication Collaboration Problem Solving Attention to Detail Time Management Adaptability

Additional Information

Project : LiquidSky Gaming Platform

Role: UX architect and frontend developer

Project Summary:

Addressed challenges related to screen size, input methods, platform expectations, and accessibility. By employing responsive design techniques and intuitive UI elements, I created a user-centered experience that resonated with all players. The application exceeded expectations with over 1000 downloads in the first week and a user base of 20,000 2K within a month. Eventually, the platform's success led to its acquisition by Walmart.

Project: Safu Crypto tax report generation app

Role: Frontend Developer, UI, Visual Designer

Project Summary:

Successfully addressed challenges related to user decision-making, critical actions confirmation, convenience features to reduce mistakes, inclusivity, and accessibility. By conducting research and understanding user needs, I created a UI that aligned with client expectations. The initial MVP received funding for further development, expanding the app's features based on user feedback. The app was launched in Australia, gaining traction among crypto users with 7K App Store downloads and a 4.5 rating. Users praised the simple and seamless user experience, emphasizing the app's interface and user flow simplicity

Timeline

Senior UI/UX Designer & Developer

Upwork
12.2019 - Current

Software Engineering Consultant - UI/UX

WSO2
10.2017 - 12.2019

UX Architect & Frontend Developer

LiquidSky Software, Inc
09.2015 - 10.2017

UI Engineer

Prima Management Services (Private) Limited
01.2015 - 08.2015

UI/ UX Designer & Web Developer

Aspirations Education
01.2011 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Wrexham Glyndŵr University

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