Hi, I’m Marzena Kawa-Molnár, a UI/UX & Product Designer based in Vienna, Austria. I’ve spent over a decade crafting SaaS, enterprise, and consumer products across web and mobile platforms, with a strong focus on user research, design systems, accessibility, and AI-assisted workflows that speed up discovery and prototyping. I’m currently on a career break for parental leave (May 2024 – May 2026). During this time I’m continuing professional development with AI, product design trends, accessibility, design systems, and emerging UX technologies to stay at the forefront of the field. In my most recent roles I led end-to-end product design for varied domains, collaborating with product managers and engineers to translate complex requirements into user-centered, scalable solutions.

Marzena Kawa-Molnár

Hi, I’m Marzena Kawa-Molnár, a UI/UX & Product Designer based in Vienna, Austria. I’ve spent over a decade crafting SaaS, enterprise, and consumer products across web and mobile platforms, with a strong focus on user research, design systems, accessibility, and AI-assisted workflows that speed up discovery and prototyping. I’m currently on a career break for parental leave (May 2024 – May 2026). During this time I’m continuing professional development with AI, product design trends, accessibility, design systems, and emerging UX technologies to stay at the forefront of the field. In my most recent roles I led end-to-end product design for varied domains, collaborating with product managers and engineers to translate complex requirements into user-centered, scalable solutions.

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Hi, I’m Marzena Kawa-Molnár, a UI/UX & Product Designer based in Vienna, Austria. I’ve spent over a decade crafting SaaS, enterprise, and consumer products across web and mobile platforms, with a strong focus on user research, design systems, accessibility, and AI-assisted workflows that speed up discovery and prototyping.

I’m currently on a career break for parental leave (May 2024 – May 2026). During this time I’m continuing professional development with AI, product design trends, accessibility, design systems, and emerging UX technologies to stay at the forefront of the field. In my most recent roles I led end-to-end product design for varied domains, collaborating with product managers and engineers to translate complex requirements into user-centered, scalable solutions.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent
Polish
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Product Designer at Monterail
June 30, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Collaborated with startups, SMEs, and enterprise clients across various sectors, focusing on product management, engineering, and design to create meaningful, user-friendly digital experiences. Conducted UX research, analyzed user feedback, and iterated to improve the designs.
Product Designer at Monterail
October 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024
Led end-to-end product design for complex SaaS and B2B products serving startups, SMBs, and enterprise clients across HR tech (Spektrum, Cooleaf), procurement, medtech (Merck, KimboCare), legaltech (Afriwise), edtech (Dalza), e-commerce (Seat Unique), and travel. Designed intuitive web and mobile experiences from discovery through delivery, balancing user needs, business goals, and technical constraints. Partnered with Product Managers and Engineers to translate complex requirements into user-centred digital products and scalable solutions. Facilitated design workshops, design sprints, and stakeholder sessions to define opportunities, align teams, and prioritise product direction. Introduced AI-assisted design workflows to accelerate research and prototyping.
Lead Vocalist & Composer at The Zoe Band
December 31, 2021 - August 27, 2025
Lead vocalist and featured composer for The Zoe Band, performing regularly and creating original music blending melodies and vocal arrangements. Developed and recorded multiple tracks that were well received locally and performed live at various events.
Music Producer & Audio Engineer at Freelance
January 1, 2020 - Present
Providing music production, mixing, and mastering services for independent artists. Skilled in digital audio workstations and audio engineering techniques to produce professional quality music. Collaborated with singers, instrumentalists, and bands to refine and finalize tracks.
UI / UX Designer at Monterail
April 1, 2016 - October 1, 2025
Worked primarily on web interfaces, usability testing, and A/B experiments. Developed a strong understanding of user-centered design principles and agile methodologies.
UI/UX Designer at Monterail
April 1, 2014 - October 31, 2022
Product Designer with 10+ years of experience designing SaaS, enterprise and consumer products across web and mobile platforms. Specialised in translating complex business requirements into intuitive user experiences through research, product strategy, interaction design and scalable design systems. Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams and leveraging AI-powered workflows to accelerate product discovery and delivery.
Graphic Designer at Admind Creative Agency
March 1, 2014 - October 1, 2025
Collaborated with copywriters, marketers, and art directors to create campaigns. Designed visual assets for advertising campaigns, including banners, posters, and billboards.
Graphic Designer at Admind
March 1, 2013 - April 30, 2014
Collaborated with copywriters, marketers, and art directors on integrated campaign concepts and execution. Designed campaign visuals across print, digital and outdoor media.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering at NED University
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Master of Arts at Pedagogical University of Cracow
October 1, 2006 - June 1, 2011
Artist at Artistic tapestry
September 1, 2002 - June 1, 2006
Master of Arts – Graphic Art and Visual Design at University of the National Education Commission, Kraków, Poland
October 1, 2006 - June 1, 2011
Artist – Artistic tapestry at Fine Arts High School in Nowy Wiśnicz, Poland
September 1, 2002 - June 1, 2006

Qualifications

Certified Sound Engineer
June 1, 2020 - August 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Healthcare, Education, Travel & Hospitality