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I'm

Ivan

Valiukh

Design Leadership

Product Strategy & Vision

UX & Systems Thinking

Design Operations & Team Scaling

Cross-Functional Alignment

About me

Design executive with over 16 years of experience leading UI/UX and Product Design across fintech, automation, travel, and e-commerce. I build and scale high-performing design organizations that deliver measurable business impact while maintaining exceptional user experience standards.

I specialize in defining design vision, aligning cross-functional stakeholders, and transforming complex product ecosystems into cohesive, scalable systems. My leadership combines strategic thinking with operational execution, establishing design frameworks, mentoring teams across time zones, and embedding user-centered thinking into product culture.

Recognized for driving clarity in complexity, I lead initiatives that improve usability, performance, and adoption at scale. At Workato, my leadership contributed to a 37% increase in user adoption by elevating product experience and aligning design strategy with business objectives.

Passionate about building design cultures rooted in ownership, continuous improvement, and long-term product excellence.

Head of Design

Senior Design Manager

Experience

Workato

Enterprise automation and

integration platform

Sep 2021 – Sep 2024

Position
Location
Industry
Website

Design Director
Remote
iPaaS
www.workato.com

  • Led the PLG design team and worked closely with leadership to define design frameworks and maintain high standards of user experience
  • Worked on a few AI-related projects with design teams: Copilot, Sidekick, Workato Genies
  • Improved user adoption (+37,2%) and feature usage (+19,7%)
  • Increased the number of builders for existing customers (+57,4%)
  • Reduced the average time from onboarding to the first build automation (from one month to one week)
  • Created and standardized design processes: onboarding guide, project request automation, work guides, frameworks and others
  • Advocated for design thinking by mentoring junior designers and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure a consistent user experience

Alty

Award-winning software

development company

Oct 2019 – Sep 2021

Position
Location
Industry
Website

Head of Design
Kyiv, Ukraine
Design & Engineering
www.alty.co

  • Managed the design team, overseeing project assignments and ensuring optimal resource distribution.
  • Led pre-sale meetings with clients to define project scope and align expectations.
  • Improved project estimation accuracy, enhancing planning and resource allocation.
  • Developed and standardized design team processes, including design SDLC, research guides, and estimation frameworks.
  • Collaborated with VISA, MasterCard, and McKinsey & Company on high-impact design projects.
  • Provided mentorship, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
  • Championed user-centered design principles across all stages of project development to ensure intuitive and impactful solutions.

S-Pro

Software development

company

Feb 2019 – Oct 2019

Position
Location
Industry
Website

Lead Designer
Kyiv, Ukraine
Design & Engineering
www.s-pro.io

  • Established UX/UI processes from scratch and led a team of six designers, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality outputs.
  • Defined product design strategies and collaborated closely with clients to deliver user-centric solutions.
  • Managed the design team, overseeing project assignments, pre-sale meetings, and project estimation.
  • Created and implemented design processes to standardize workflows and improve efficiency.
  • Provided mentorship and coaching, fostering team growth and professional development.

Astound Digital

Software development

company

Apr 2017 – Dec 2018

Position
Location
Industry
Website

Senior Product Designer
Kyiv, Ukraine
Design & Engineering
www.astounddigital.com

  • Led a team of 17 UI Designers across Ukraine, Bulgaria, and Colombia, ensuring collaboration and efficiency.
  • Improved existing UI processes and developed new workflows to enhance design operations.
  • Conducted candidate screening and interviews to build a strong design team.
  • Provided mentorship and coaching for newcomers to accelerate their onboarding and growth.
  • Participated in onsite workshops with clients to align design strategies with business goals.
  • Maintained direct client communication, ensuring clear expectations and project success.
  • Developed design concepts and conducted demos to showcase solutions.
  • Created designs for globally recognized e-commerce brands, enhancing user engagement and conversion.

Glorium Technologies

Software development

company

Feb 2015 – Apr 2017

Position
Location
Industry
Website

Senior Product Designer
Kyiv, Ukraine
Design & Engineering
www.gloriumtech.com

  • Worked on HME software for NikoHealth, focusing on user experience and interface design.
  • Designed landing pages, developed branding, and created marketing materials to enhance the company’s visual identity and customer engagement.
  • Conducted user research, competitor analysis, user testing, and market analysis to inform design decisions and enhance the overall user experience.

MTE Development

Software development

company

May 2014 – Feb 2015

Position
Location
Industry
Website

Product Designer
Kyiv, Ukraine
Design & Engineering
www.mtedev.com

  • Designed a CRM interface for a local warehouse company, optimizing workflow and usability.
  • Created wireframes and prototypes to refine the user experience and ensure seamless functionality.

Ad-Power Group

Advertisement agency

Mar 2013 – Apr 2014

Position
Location
Industry
Website

Web Designer
Kyiv, Ukraine
Advertisement
www.ad-power.com

  • Designed corporate websites and landing pages, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience.
  • Created visual designs for various marketing and promotional materials to enhance brand identity and engagement.