UX/UI Designer and Design Researcher with 10+ years of industry experience and 3+ years of academic teaching and supervision, spanning enterprise technology, startups, and research-driven design. Experienced in designing scalable, data-driven, and human-centered digital systems beyond surface-level interfaces

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Previously at Samsung Electronics, worked on the Galaxy series used by millions of users worldwide, contributing to global Calendar platforms, next-generation product roadmaps, and patent-based feature concepts. This role required designing for diverse cultures, languages, and user behaviors across regions, ensuring that interfaces were globally intuitive, inclusive, and trustworthy.

Later served as Design Lead in Korean startups, leading products from concept to launch, including service design, mobile app UX, onboarding flows, and product strategy. Currently runs an independent UX & Design Strategy Agency, supporting startups and organizations with product experience optimization, app renewal, and integrated visual systems.

In parallel, has been deeply engaged in design education and research at Korean art and design universities, supervising graduation projects, industry-linked studios, and academic research. Research focuses on human-centered UX, cross-cultural cognition, and interface design in high-risk or decision-critical environments, such as finance, public systems, and data-driven platforms.

Brings a strong belief that effective UX is about building trust, clarity, and confidence for people making important decisions, and is seeking to contribute to a global fintech or technology company where design, technology, and human understanding come together at scale.