MG
Open to opportunities

meghana gautam

@meghanagautam

Accomplished UX Researcher with expertise in cognitive science.

Netherlands

What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values user-centered design and fosters innovation.

I am an accomplished User Experience Research Specialist with over 5 years of experience, grounded in cognitive and social sciences. My journey has taken me through various roles, including a Senior UX Researcher at Microsoft, where I honed my skills in mixed-method research, employing both qualitative and quantitative approaches. My work has led to significant enhancements in user experience across enterprise software, e-commerce platforms, mobile applications, and social-political outreach products. I have been recognized for my ability to uncover user experience pitfalls and improve user adoption rates, earning accolades such as the Rising Star Award.

Throughout my career, I have led end-to-end user experience research projects, aligning business goals with user-centered insights. My experience includes conducting user interviews, focus group studies, and utilizing various evaluation methods to drive actionable improvements. I am passionate about collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that design decisions are informed by user needs, resulting in measurable improvements in efficiency and user satisfaction. I thrive on delivering high-impact solutions backed by comprehensive studies and innovative research methodologies.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

TH

UX Researcher

Thence

May 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 4 months)

Conducted user journey mapping and persona development for a major jewellery brand, leading to a 50% improvement in UI/UX. Executed heuristic evaluations and led workshops on UX methodologies.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar logoIG

Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar

Master in Cognitive Science, Cognitive Science

2017 - 2019

Completed a Master in Cognitive Science, focusing on the intersection of cognitive psychology and technology, equipping me with the skills to conduct user-centered research and design.

Tata Institute of Social Sciences logoTS

Tata Institute of Social Sciences

Bachelor in Social Sciences, Social Sciences

2014 - 2017

Pursued a Bachelor in Social Sciences, gaining insights into social behavior, research methodologies, and the application of social science principles in real-world contexts.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

Find your dream job

Sign up now and join over 85,000 remote workers who receive personalized job alerts, curated job matches, and more for free!

Sign up
Himalayas profile for an example user named Frankie Sullivan
meghana gautam - Senior UX Researcher - Tech Mahindra | Himalayas