I am an experienced UX/UI Designer and Data Analyst who thrives on turning user insights into meaningful products. I lead end-to-end design processes—from research and ideation to high-fidelity prototypes—while collaborating across cross-functional teams and leveraging data to drive decisions. I value human-centered design, accessibility, and scalable design systems (notably ATOM) to deliver delightful and inclusive experiences. My multidisciplinary background spanning Arts, Law, International Relations, and Information Technology informs holistic problem solving and stakeholder engagement across complex design challenges in both startup and enterprise environments.

Dave Amaru Martins

I am an experienced UX/UI Designer and Data Analyst who thrives on turning user insights into meaningful products. I lead end-to-end design processes—from research and ideation to high-fidelity prototypes—while collaborating across cross-functional teams and leveraging data to drive decisions. I value human-centered design, accessibility, and scalable design systems (notably ATOM) to deliver delightful and inclusive experiences. My multidisciplinary background spanning Arts, Law, International Relations, and Information Technology informs holistic problem solving and stakeholder engagement across complex design challenges in both startup and enterprise environments.

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I am an experienced UX/UI Designer and Data Analyst who thrives on turning user insights into meaningful products. I lead end-to-end design processes—from research and ideation to high-fidelity prototypes—while collaborating across cross-functional teams and leveraging data to drive decisions. I value human-centered design, accessibility, and scalable design systems (notably ATOM) to deliver delightful and inclusive experiences.

My multidisciplinary background spanning Arts, Law, International Relations, and Information Technology informs holistic problem solving and stakeholder engagement across complex design challenges in both startup and enterprise environments.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Conversation Designer (Contract) at Commonwealth Bank
December 31, 2024 - September 30, 2025
End-to-end testing and NLU analysis for CEBA chatbot migration to MS Copilot platform. Collaborated with cross-functional teams using Agile PM, Jira, and Confluence. Researched and implemented AI-driven solutions for chatbot optimization. Studied Experience Design methodologies and design system transitions (Honeycomb to Lumen).
UX/UI Designer at Verdicode
July 1, 2023 - Present
Lead comprehensive design efforts across UX, UI, Product, Service design, and Business analysis. Conduct extensive user research for websites, apps, and digital products with emphasis on user testing and data analysis. Implement WCAG 2.0 compliance and design system architecture in Figma. Utilize Agile methodologies for project delivery.
UX/UI Analyst and Consultant at Polywork
May 31, 2024 - September 30, 2025
Facilitated collaborative workshops and user testing sessions to refine product experience. Influenced product strategy through data-driven design recommendations and stakeholder collaboration.
UX Researcher / UI Designer at Catholic Schools NSW
June 30, 2023 - September 30, 2025
Led comprehensive UX project for NSW Catholic School System web environment redesign and funds management optimization. Executed A/B testing in production and test environments with measurable impact. Collaborated with key stakeholders using Lucid, Jira, Confluence, Google Analytics, Figma, and survey research. Implemented design systems using Ant Design.
UX Researcher at weareOneRoof.com
April 30, 2021 - September 30, 2025
Conducted targeted UX research for a non-profit empowering female business leaders. Applied advanced UX concepts including Distanciation to enhance user connections. Delivered competitor analysis and website insights.
UX Researcher, UI Designer at IKEA Australia
August 31, 2020 - September 30, 2025
Transitioned project toward Service Design focusing on furniture return incentivization. Redesigned responsive website interface integrating user insights for internal team implementation.
Conversation Designer (Contract) at Commonwealth Bank
December 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025
End-to-end testing and NLU analysis for CEBA chatbot migration to MS Copilot platform. Collaborated with cross-functional teams using Agile PM, Jira, and Confluence. Researched and implemented AI-driven solutions for chatbot optimization. Studied Experience Design methodologies and design system transitions (Honeycomb to Lumen).
UX/UI Designer at Verdicode
July 1, 2023 - Present
Lead comprehensive design efforts across UX, UI, Product, Service design, and Business analysis. Conduct extensive user research for websites, apps, and digital products with emphasis on user testing and data analysis. Implement WCAG 2.0 compliance including accessibility heuristics, contrast ratios, and design system architecture in Figma. Utilize Agile methodologies for design execution and cross-functional project delivery.
UX/UI Analyst and Consultant at Polywork (American Startup)
May 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025
Facilitated collaborative workshops and user testing sessions to refine product experience. Influenced product strategy through data-driven design recommendations and stakeholder collaboration.
UX Researcher / UI Designer at Catholic Schools NSW
June 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
Led comprehensive UX project for NSW Catholic School System web environment redesign and funds management optimization. Executed A/B testing in production and test environments with measurable impact on user experience. Collaborated with key stakeholders using Lucid, Jira, Confluence, Google Analytics, Figma, and survey research. Delivered digital product designs supporting agency roadmaps and educational initiatives. Implemented design systems using Ant Design.
UX Researcher at weareOneRoof.com
April 1, 2021 - September 30, 2025
Conducted targeted UX research for non-profit empowering female business leaders. Applied advanced UX concepts including 'Distanciation' methodology to enhance user connections. Delivered competitor analysis and website comparison insights.
UX Researcher / UI Designer at IKEA Australia
August 1, 2020 - September 30, 2025
Transitioned project toward Service Design focusing on furniture return incentivization. Redesigned responsive website interface integrating user insights for internal team implementation.

Education

Agile PRINCE2 Practitioner at ILX
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Agile PRINCE2 Fundamentals at ILX
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
CSS/HTML Development at Code Academy
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Search Engine Optimization at Udemy
January 1, 2021 - September 30, 2025
UX/UI Design Certification at Interaction Design Foundation
January 1, 2020 - September 30, 2025
Master’s in Interaction Design and Electronic Arts at University of Sydney
January 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025
Graduate Certificate Information Technology Project Management at University of Technology Sydney
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Graduate Certificate Dispute Resolution (Law) at University of Technology Sydney
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Bachelor Development Economics and International Development at University of New South Wales
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Master’s Interaction Design and Electronic Arts at University of Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024
Graduate Certificate Information Technology Project Management at University of Technology Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Graduate Certificate Dispute Resolution (Law) at University of Technology Sydney
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor Development Economics and International Development at University of New South Wales
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
CSS/HTML Development at Code Academy
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Search Engine Optimization at Udemy
January 1, 2021 - September 30, 2025
UX/UI Design Certification at Interaction Design Foundation
January 1, 2020 - September 30, 2025

Qualifications

CompTIA Data+ Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
CompTIA Data+ Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Agile PRINCE2 Practitioner
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Agile PRINCE2 Fundamentals
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
CSS/HTML Development
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Search Engine Optimization
January 1, 2021 - September 30, 2025
UX/UI Design Certification
January 1, 2020 - September 30, 2025
Master’s in Interaction Design and Electronic Arts
January 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025
Graduate Certificate Information Technology Project Management
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Graduate Certificate Dispute Resolution (Law)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Bachelor Development Economics and International Development
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Agile PRINCE2 Practitioner
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Agile PRINCE2 Fundamentals
January 1, 2019 - September 30, 2025
UX/UI Design Certification
January 1, 2020 - September 30, 2025
CSS/HTML Development
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Search Engine Optimization
January 1, 2021 - September 30, 2025
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
CompTIA Data+ Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Healthcare, Government, Retail, Financial Services