Bhavana Yalam
@bhavanayalam
Multidisciplinary UX Designer with a passion for user-centered design.
What I'm looking for
As a multidisciplinary UX Designer with a robust background in software engineering, I am passionate about crafting intuitive and inclusive user experiences. My expertise lies in user research, interface design, and front-end development, allowing me to bridge the gap between technical feasibility and user needs. I thrive on utilizing usability testing and data insights to inform design decisions, ensuring that every product I work on resonates with its users.
Throughout my career, I have collaborated with cross-functional teams, including designers and product managers, to build user interfaces that enhance satisfaction and accessibility. My experience at Amazon as a Software Development Engineer with a UX focus has honed my skills in creating UI components that improve user satisfaction by 20%. I have also contributed to public health reporting dashboards and banking portals, where I implemented user feedback to drive design improvements and optimize user flows.
In addition to my professional experience, I have a strong academic foundation with a Master’s degree in Information Systems from Northeastern University. I have also served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant, guiding students through UX methodologies and fostering a deep understanding of effective design principles. I am eager to continue my journey in UX design, creating impactful solutions that prioritize user needs and enhance overall experiences.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Software Development Engineer (UX Focus)
Amazon
Jul 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Collaborated with designers and PMs to build intuitive UI components using React, improving user satisfaction by 20%. Designed and implemented front-end features aligned with UX principles and accessibility standards, integrating customer insights into product workflows.
Software Engineer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Jan 2023 - Jun 2023 (5 months)
Enhanced UX of public health reporting dashboards by collaborating with stakeholders to simplify user flows and visual data clarity. Designed SQL-based dashboards for real-time monitoring, improving insights for non-technical end-users.
Graduate Teaching Assistant (UX Design)
Northeastern University
Sep 2022 - Dec 2022 (3 months)
Guided 100+ students through UX methodologies including prototyping, user testing, and feedback integration. Conducted user research critiques, focusing on empathy-driven design thinking.
Software Engineer
CIBC
Jan 2020 - Jul 2021 (1 year 6 months)
Partnered with design teams to improve UX of internal banking portals, including form validation flows and accessibility standards. Conducted user feedback sessions to guide component redesigns in dashboards.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Northeastern University
Master of Science, Information Systems
2020 - 2022
Completed a Master of Science in Information Systems, focusing on user experience design and software engineering principles.
Kakatiya Institute of Technology and Science
Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science
2016 - 2020
Earned a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science, gaining foundational knowledge in software development and engineering principles.
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