Alessandra Sousa
@alessandrasousa
Experienced Product Designer with a decade of diverse industry expertise.
What I'm looking for
I am a Product Designer with 10 years of experience across various industries, including Marketing, Finance, Technology, and Real Estate. My background as a Software Developer has equipped me with the skills to create exceptional user interfaces for both mobile and web platforms, ensuring a seamless user experience.
Currently, I serve as a Senior Product Designer at Thoropass, where I design the entire Access Review Experience and contribute to product management through development documentation and customer calls. My previous roles have allowed me to lead design projects, develop design systems, and conduct user research, all while collaborating closely with product managers to refine strategies and enhance user satisfaction.
Throughout my career, I have focused on creating dynamic prototypes and wireframes, defining user journeys, and monitoring UX metrics. I am passionate about promoting accessibility, diversity, and equality in design, and I strive to translate design principles into tangible experiences that resonate with users.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sr. Product Designer
Thoropass
Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Designed the entire Access Review Experience and created development documentation while assisting with product management. Participated in customer calls to improve features and helped with auditor-directed product features.
Founding Product Designer
Namastay
Aug 2022 - Mar 2024 (1 year 7 months)
Initiated and managed the entire design Figma team project, including the creation of a comprehensive Design System. Actively participated in sales calls to facilitate product understanding and promotion.
Design Leadership
BTX Design
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)
Completed a course focused on design leadership principles. Gained insights into leading design teams and strategies.
Sr. Mobile Product Designer
Four BNPL
Oct 2021 - Aug 2022 (10 months)
Led the new App UI/UX Design initiative and was responsible for defining UX Metrics and Task Success flows. Successfully established the design system library on Figma.
Product Led Growth
BTX Design
Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)
Completed a course on Product Led Growth methodologies. Learned strategies for driving product growth through user experience.
Sr. Product Designer Multiplatforms
AvantStay
Mar 2021 - Oct 2021 (7 months)
Developed designs for the institutional website and the guest booking platform, ensuring web responsive and mobile app compatibility. Established the design system library on Figma and reviewed designs for accessibility, diversity, and equality.
Sr. Product Designer Growth
RD Station
Aug 2019 - Mar 2021 (1 year 7 months)
Defined key user scenarios, user journey mapping, prototypes, and wireframes. Monitored UX and Product metrics, conducted qualitative and quantitative research, and supported PMs on feature validation strategies.
Neuroscience and User Centered Design
FAAP - Fundação Armando Alvares Penteado
Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)
Completed a course on Neuroscience and User Centered Design. Explored the intersection of cognitive science and design principles.
Product Designer
IUGU Payments
Feb 2018 - Aug 2019 (1 year 6 months)
Contributed to product design and user experience initiatives. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centered solutions.
Innovation, Design and Strategy
ESPM - Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing
Jan 2016 - Dec 2018 (2 years 11 months)
Completed a post-graduation program in Innovation, Design, and Strategy. Focused on strategic approaches to design and innovation.
UI UX Designer Specialist
8x8 Communications
Jun 2017 - Feb 2018 (8 months)
Specialized in UI/UX design, focusing on enhancing user interfaces and experiences. Worked on various projects to improve product usability.
UI/UX Designer
Its4Company
Apr 2014 - Jun 2017 (3 years 2 months)
Developed front-end solutions for various projects. Collaborated with design and back-end teams to implement user interfaces.
iOS Development - Objective C Programming
Apple Developer Academy
Jan 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year 11 months)
Obtained certification in iOS Development using Objective-C Programming. Developed skills in mobile application development for Apple platforms.
Software Development
Federal Institute of Science and Technology
Jan 2008 - Dec 2010 (2 years 11 months)
Completed a technical course in Software Development. Acquired practical skills in software creation and programming.
Software Developer
Mattiza
Worked as a software developer, contributing to various software projects. Gained experience in crafting interfaces for mobile and web platforms.
Systems Analysis
Federal Institute of Science and Technology
Jan 2010 - Dec 2013 (3 years 11 months)
Earned a Bachelor's degree in Systems Analysis. Gained foundational knowledge in software systems and analysis.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
BTX Design
Course, Design Leadership
Completed a course focused on Design Leadership, enhancing skills in guiding design teams and initiatives. Gained insights into strategic design thinking and effective leadership practices within the design field.
BTX Design
Course, Product Led Growth
Undertook a course in Product Led Growth, focusing on strategies to drive product adoption and expansion through the product itself. Learned about user-centric growth models and data-driven decision making.
FAAP - Fundação Armando Alvares Penteado
Course, Neuroscience and User Centered Design
Studied Neuroscience and User Centered Design, integrating principles of brain science with user experience design. Explored how cognitive processes influence user interaction and design effectiveness.
ESPM - Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing
Post-Graduation, Innovation, Design and Strategy
Completed post-graduation studies in Innovation, Design and Strategy, focusing on the intersection of creative problem-solving, design thinking, and strategic business development. Developed skills in leading innovative projects and formulating effective design strategies.
Apple Developer Academy
Certification, iOS Development - Objective C Programming
Obtained certification in iOS Development - Objective C Programming from the Apple Developer Academy. Gained expertise in developing applications for Apple's iOS platform using Objective-C.
Federal Institute of Science and Technology
Bachelor's degree, Systems Analysis
Earned a Bachelor's degree in Systems Analysis, focusing on the design, development, and implementation of information systems. Acquired comprehensive knowledge in analyzing business requirements and translating them into technical solutions.
Federal Institute of Science and Technology
Technical course, Software Development
Completed a technical course in Software Development, gaining foundational skills in programming, software design, and application development. Developed practical experience in various aspects of the software development lifecycle.
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