ABOUT ME

Human-first Product Designer | System-thinking, AI-curious, Accessibility-driven

Hi, I’m Vanya — Aquarian, sea lover, and someone who can strike up a conversation with anyone. I bring that same openness and curiosity into my design work, where I love untangling complexity and shaping digital products that feel clear, inclusive, and trustworthy.

Over the past 5+ years, I’ve designed across fintech, healthcare, and enterprise, always chasing the same goal: to make technology feel more human.

What I’m working on now

I recently completed Stanford’s UI/UX Design for AI Products certification, where I designed AutoHome AI, a mood-aware home assistant that helps first-time homebuyers without overwhelming them.
I’m also actively mentoring designers and organizing events through the global UX/UI design community I run, now 300+ members strong.

I’m Vanya Sharma, a Senior UX & Product Designer with 5+ years of experience designing inclusive, data-driven experiences across fintech, healthcare, and enterprise platforms. My sweet spot lies in untangling complex workflows and transforming them into clear, trustworthy digital products—on both web and mobile (iOS & Android).

I've worked at startups, mid-sized companies, and Fortune 100s—partnering with engineers, product teams, and researchers to ship thoughtful, scalable solutions that meet real user needs and business goals.

Outside Design

Attending design events and chatting with strangers, sometimes on purpose
Hanging with Juniper, our neighborhood’s feral cat.
Whisking matcha.

Hanging with Juniper, our neighborhood’s feral cat

Whiskeying matcha