I’m working with a multifunctional team, including a PM and 11 UXers. My project is expected to be released 2024, and further details about the project are under a Non-Disclosure Agreement.
As a new addition to the design team, I learned that my role is crucial in infusing new ideas and perspectives, not just trying to fit into the team's ones. While it's important to understand and respect the existing design ethos of the team, it's equally important not to limit my creativity to merely adjusting or tweaking the current design. Instead, I strived to bring a fresh viewpoint and new ideas that could help push the boundaries of our design.
I attended a demonstration led by our accessibility partner, showcasing their call experience. I observed the challenges they faced, such as having to simultaneously listen to the call and the talkback to navigate the screen. This insightful experience changed my approach to designing the calling experience. Now, I am more mindful of accessibility considerations from the early exploration stage.
Worked with a multi-functional team with a PM, and 12 engineers. Developed Intelligent Home, the landing page and feedback system of the Google Analytics 4. My projects are internally released in 2Q 2023. Details about the projects are under NDA.
Facilitated GA Vision Summit where 40+ teammates across the US joined for a three-day workshop; helped operations for remote colleagues, acknowledged by the team with a spot bonus
I am an advocate for inclusive design. However, I learned that good intention alone was not enough. It was a wakeup call when the UX writer changed the feature's title to use more inclusive language. This enlightening experience inspired my master's degree thesis project, which focuses on helping designers create more inclusive and accessible digital products.
My manager and I had the same interests like dancing, K-pop, and food, which aided my workplace adaptation. Her friendly nature promoted my creativity and collaboration.
Google's Coffee Ninja program, which paired me with Googlers from various teams for weekly chats, helped me understand the company culture more quickly.
Finally, Google's mentorship program was key in managing my mental health. Paired with a senior designer in different team, our weekly meetings provided me with valuable guidance on project/team issues from a fresh, company-culture-based perspective.
