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Hey, I'm Harpriya

/har • pri • aah/ (she/her)

Currently UX Specialist @TBS, Govt. of Ontario | Previously - Experience Designer @ODS, Govt of Ontario | Senior UX Designer @ParagraphAI | Associate Software Developer @BlackRock

I am a Product Designer, with a Masters degree in User Experience Design at the University of Toronto. Emerging from an Engineering background, I have a knack for software development and visual design. I admire a minimalistic yet innovative style of design. I want to create timeless experiences which are visually elegant and pragmatically understandable! I absolutely love what I do!


Educational Experience
2022 - 2024

Master in Information in UX Design @UofT

2015 - 2019

Bachelors in Engineering, Electronics & Communication @Thapar University

Professional Experience
Aug'24 to Present

UX Specialist @Treasury Board Secretariat, Govt. of Ontario

Jan'24 to Apr'24

Experience Designer @Ontario Digital Service, Govt. of Ontario

Sept'23 to Apr'24

Graduate Teaching Assistant @UofT

Sept'23 to Dec'23

Senior UX Designer @ParagraphAI

May'23 to Aug'23

UX/UI Designer @ParagraphAI

Jan'22 to Sept'22

Associate Software Developer @BlackRock

Jul'19 to Jan'22

Analyst Software Developer @BlackRock

Jan'19 to Jun'22

Software Intern @BlackRock

Jun'18 to Jul'18

Summer Intern, Research and  Development @Samsung

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Read my story

Harpriya is a...

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Product Designer, wired with Engineering & Illustration skills, who wants to create impactful, intuitive & delightful experiences. And works best where people, technology & business meet. She wishes to be a part of an ecosystem where humanity is essential to design. Harpriya isn't just a designer; she's a triple threat—developer, designer, and engineer, seamlessly blending tech and aesthetics. Her love for unravelling complex code and shaping beautiful designs extends beyond the surface, making her a unique hybrid in the world of design and technology.

Background

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Born and raised in India, I am a Product Designer now based in Toronto, Canada. I’ve completed my Master’s degree in User Experience Design at the University of Toronto. With a diverse professional background, ranging from large FinTech corporations like BlackRock to the dynamic startup culture of ParagraphAI, I bring with myself a unique blend of expertise and innovation to every project.

Career breakthroughs

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My professional journey began as a Software Developer at a FinTech organization - BlackRock, the world’s largest asset management company. I was responsible for providing Accounting Software Design solutions to 15+ clients. I developed and redesigned Shadow & Investment Accounting software systems, leading a team of 8 members to increase the company revenue by $1.5 million.​​ Always curious to know the 'Why' behind things, I soon began exploring “the very thought process” that formulated every piece of code I wrote. Inspired to investigate the value I was creating through it, I began collaborating with Product Managers and UX Designers in the company. I discovered a profound love for the art of creative problem solving when I was attending a UX conference, where I learnt how the user is placed at the centre of design. That's what formed my decision to step into the UX design field!

A few years down the line...

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I hope to bring my perspectives and experiences to a team that thrives on diversity of thought, impactful work, healthy relationships, and moments of surprise and delight. I strive to become an empathetic, passionate, and a "humane" Design Leader one day.

these are my parts...

Fascinating Areas of Design

  • Visual Design
  • Interaction Design
  • UX Strategy
  • UX Research
  • UX Writing
Design Processes

  • Journey Mapping
  • User Personas
  • Affinity Diagramming
  • Prototyping
  • Usability Testing
Design Tools

  • Figma
  • Webflow
  • Procreate
  • Illustrator
  • Balsamiq
  • MIRO
  • FigJam
Tech savvy interests

  • C/C++
  • Java
  • R
  • SQL
  • HTML/CSS
  • AutoCAD
  • JIRA
  • Git
Interdisciplinary Skills

  • Leadership
  • Critical thinking
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Public Speaking
  • Team management
  • Creative Writing
Other than work roles

  • Alumni Association Representative, FIAA, MISC University of Toronto
  • Graduate Teaching Assistant, Design Thinking
  • Co-author of the book - Magical Ladders to Sky
  • Creativity Head, Thapar Movie Club

When I am not designing, you will spot me...

with my furry friends on a sidewalk cafe
sipping a roasted hazelnut cold brew, it's LOVE!!!
on a random shopping stroll to keep up with the latest trends