I’m a Google Certified UX designer with 6 years of experience specializing in Interaction Design, Visual Design, and UX Research. I have a proven track record in leading design projects for various sectors, including technology and finance, and possess strong skills in creating user-centered designs. My experience includes working remotely with companies across America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Europe, utilizing AI tools to enhance design efficiency. I’m passionate about inclusive, accessible design and building cohesive design systems that scale. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, shaping strategy through user insights, and mentoring junior designers to deliver compelling, usable products.

Ene Wakama

I’m a Google Certified UX designer with 6 years of experience specializing in Interaction Design, Visual Design, and UX Research. I have a proven track record in leading design projects for various sectors, including technology and finance, and possess strong skills in creating user-centered designs. My experience includes working remotely with companies across America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Europe, utilizing AI tools to enhance design efficiency. I’m passionate about inclusive, accessible design and building cohesive design systems that scale. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, shaping strategy through user insights, and mentoring junior designers to deliver compelling, usable products.

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I’m a Google Certified UX designer with 6 years of experience specializing in Interaction Design, Visual Design, and UX Research. I have a proven track record in leading design projects for various sectors, including technology and finance, and possess strong skills in creating user-centered designs. My experience includes working remotely with companies across America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Europe, utilizing AI tools to enhance design efficiency.

I’m passionate about inclusive, accessible design and building cohesive design systems that scale. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, shaping strategy through user insights, and mentoring junior designers to deliver compelling, usable products.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert

Work Experience

Lead UX Designer at iChota LLC
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025
Led UX research to understand user needs and industry best practices; collaborated with stakeholders to align business objectives with user experience goals; developed wireframes and interactive prototypes; created user personas; designed and conducted UX surveys; developed a cohesive design system with visual and interaction guidelines; ensured WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards.
Lead UX Designer at Cheeer (Formally known as MO:ME:NT)
December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Supervised a team of four UX designers; conducted stakeholder interviews to inform design improvements; led development of user personas and managed multiple feature sprints; oversaw wireframes and prototypes and presented them to stakeholders for feedback and approval.
Lead UX Designer at Vetme
December 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Conducted primary and secondary UX research to inform design strategies; collaborated with stakeholders to achieve team objectives; crafted user personas for effective design; produced wireframes and transformed them into high-fidelity designs; managed design hand-offs with front-end developers to ensure accurate implementation.

Education

B.Eng in Petroleum and Gas Engineering at University of Lagos
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

Google UX Design Course
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
Google UX Design Course
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
Udemy Stake Holders Management Course
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
Stake Holders Management Course
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
Micro1 UX Design Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025
UX Design Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other