Design Thinking in Action

I combine research-driven insights with strategic design thinking to create intuitive interfaces that balance business goals with user needs. Seeking collaborative opportunities where I can apply my problem-solving approach to craft meaningful digital products that make a difference.

Education

Master in Information Management and Systems, UC Berkeley, 2024-2026

  • GPA: 4.0/4.0

  • Relevant Coursework: Introduction to UX Design, Lean and Agile Product Management, Designing Future Systems, Interface Aesthetics

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Media Studies, Ashoka University, 2014-2018

  • Graduated with Honors

  • Relevant Coursework: Human Computer Interaction, Data Visualization

  • Capstone Project: Political Career Tracker, an interactive visualization of candidates contesting Parliamentary elections in India, created for the Trivedi Center for Political Data

Experience

Senior Product Designer, Thrive Now, July 2022 — July 2024

Modern online ordering platform helping restaurants manage delivery, takeaway, and dine-in operations with marketing tools

  • Scaled to 40K+ MAUs and 50% social feed engagement within 3 months through end-to-end redesign and launch of social-first food ordering platform

  • Improved usability scores by 70% by establishing comprehensive design system and brand guidelines across product suite

  • Increased conversion rates by 25% for restaurant partners through data-informed design decisions, A/B testing, and user research

Strategic Designer (IC), Boston Consulting Group, Oct 2021 — Oct 2022

Confidential Indian banking client for global management consulting firm

  • Expanded reach to 10M+ customers through end-to-end user experience design of a personal credit line product

  • Achieved 5x improvement in cross-selling capability by revamping call center agent dashboard and streamlining sales process

  • Projected 20% reduction in communication costs through strategic overhaul of brand messaging across digital channels

Design Strategist, Now Form, Jan 2020 — July 2022

Design studio creating user-centered digital solutions through multidisciplinary approaches and diverse skillsets

  • Enhanced digital experience for 18M+ customers at SBI Card through UX design of AURUM credit card and AI-powered chatbot

  • Improved health initiatives across 65 factories serving 100k+ workers by creating human-centered design framework at Shahi Exports

  • Strengthened premium brand partnerships through intuitive user flows and interface design for KIZO's digital gifting platform

Full-stack Developer, PROTO, Aug 2018 — Jan 2020

Co-learning community of journalists, developers, designers and researchers collaborating on digital media challenges and research projects

  • Streamlined journalism operations by building automated event management ecosystem with AWS and API integrations

  • Reached millions of readers through front-end development of high-impact media projects for Firstpost and IndiaSpend

  • Enhanced visibility of South Asian journalism initiatives by designing and developing responsive React-based website

Skills

Tools

Figma • Adobe XD • Sketch InDesign • Illustrator • Photoshop • Premiere Pro


Programming Languages

JavaScript • HTML • CSS • React.js • D3.js • Python


Methods

Wireframing and Prototyping • User Research • Usability Testing • Visual Design • Interaction Design • Product Strategy • Design Thinking Workshops

  • Proficient in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and Framer.

  • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles.

  • Ability to conduct comprehensive user research and usability testing.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Shivangi Tikekar

Copyright 2025 by Shivangi Tikekar

Shivangi Tikekar

Copyright 2025 by Shivangi Tikekar

Shivangi Tikekar

Copyright 2025 by Shivangi Tikekar