Product Designer · 6+ Years
I'm Maria, a product designer who knows that sometimes the best design decision is sometimes not to build at all. I bring engineers and stakeholders in early, keep scope honest, and help teams ship what actually matters, without the rework that quietly eats budgets.
Approach
Thoughtful design that balances user needs, business goals, and technical reality.
I start with the person using the product. Every decision is anchored in real needs, validated through research and iteration.
From first sketch to shipped feature, I stay involved across the full design lifecycle — strategy, systems, and specs.
I treat critique as a resource. Regular check-ins and clear documentation keep teams aligned and momentum high.
What It's Like to Work With Me
When scope is unclear and timelines are short, I'm comfortable making a call, documenting the reasoning, and moving forward, adjusting as new information comes in.
Before I open Figma, I want to understand the user, the constraint, and the goal. It's faster to question the brief than to redesign after launch.
I believe good critique makes teams better. I'll tell you what I actually think, and I genuinely want to hear the same in return.
Whether it's a new design tool, a different industry, or a language I don't speak yet. I'm used to being the new person in the room and finding my footing fast.
