Alina Ahmed - Product Designer & Founder - RYI | Himalayas
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Alina Ahmed

@alinaahmed

Results-driven Product Designer with expertise in user-centered design.

Zimbabwe

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values creativity and innovation, where I can contribute to impactful design projects and collaborate with diverse teams.

I am a results-driven Product Designer with a proven track record of designing intuitive, high-impact user experiences across web and mobile applications. My expertise lies in AI-driven UX, user research, accessibility (WCAG), and data-informed design decisions. I am passionate about creating seamless, scalable, and user-centered interfaces while collaborating cross-functionally in fast-paced, agile environments.

Throughout my career, I have thrived at the intersection of technology, design, and strategy, delivering high-quality, innovative products that enhance user interactions and drive business outcomes. At RYI, I designed and launched a user-friendly social media evaluation platform that increased user trust by 30%. My role as a Senior Product Designer at MindEase allowed me to lead end-to-end UX/UI design efforts, resulting in a 25% increase in user engagement. I am dedicated to translating complex research into engaging digital experiences that foster growth and retention.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Product Designer & Founder

RYI

May 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Designed and launched a user-friendly social media evaluation platform, increasing user trust by 30%. Conducted in-depth qualitative research to define product-market fit, directly improving conversion rates by 40%. Developed interactive prototypes and user flows that streamlined the onboarding experience, boosting engagement by 20%. Worked in an agile environment, quickly adapting designs based o

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Senior Product Designer

MindEase

Jan 2022 - Apr 2024 (2 years 3 months)

Led end-to-end UX/UI design efforts, driving a 25% increase in user engagement. Translated complex AI-driven insights into intuitive, high-impact interfaces, ensuring seamless user interactions. Conducted A/B testing and iterative design research, improving user retention by 20%. Spearheaded advanced accessibility initiatives, ensuring compliance with WCAG standards to enhance inclusivity. Collabo

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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York University

Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Business Administration

2006 - 2010

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Grow with Google

Certificate, UX Design

2023 -

Completed a UX Design Certificate focusing on user experience principles and practices.

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DeepLearning.AI

Certificate, Artificial Intelligence

2024 -

Completed the AI For Everyone Certificate, gaining insights into AI concepts and applications.

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Seneca Polytechnic

Diploma, Business Administration

2005 - 2006

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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