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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
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Projects
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Workato Community Library
Workato Community Library
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Workato Docs 2.0
Workato Docs 2.0
Web DesignWeb Design -
Halyk Travel
Halyk Travel
Mobile DesignMobile Design -
Bir Bank
Bir Bank
Mobile DesignMobile Design -
ABA’ Bank ATM
ABA’ Bank ATM
Web DesignWeb Design -
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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.