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I am a designer and engineer with a B.S. in Product Design and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford. I thrive on collaborating with diverse teams to create innovative, user-centered solutions that make a tangible impact. With a detail-oriented approach and strengths in both design thinking and technical analysis, I’m energized by environments that encourage creativity, iteration, and hands-on problem solving. My experience spans advising 1,000+ students on engineering projects at Stanford’s Product Realization Lab, leading events that strengthened the design community at the d.school, and conducting UX research and product testing at a tech startup. Across these roles, I’ve built a strong foundation in research, prototyping, and development - combining curiosity with craft. I’m eager to keep growing as a product designer, using both user research and technical know-how to deliver thoughtful, impactful products.…I am a designer and engineer with a B.S. in Product Design and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford. I thrive on collaborating with diverse teams to create innovative, user-centered solutions that make a tangible impact. With a detail-oriented approach and strengths in both design thinking and technical analysis, I’m energized by environments that encourage creativity, iteration, and hands-on problem solving. My experience spans advising 1,000+ students on engineering projects at Stanford’s Product Realization Lab, leading events that strengthened the design community at the d.school, and conducting UX research and product testing at a tech startup. Across these roles, I’ve built a strong foundation in research, prototyping, and development - combining curiosity with craft. I’m eager to keep growing as a product designer, using both user research and technical know-how to deliver thoughtful, impactful products.

Jannah Kara Vira

Product Designer, UX Designer, UI Designer, +2

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I am a designer and engineer with a B.S. in Product Design and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford. I thrive on collaborating with diverse teams to create innovative, user-centered solutions that make a tangible impact. With a detail-oriented approach and strengths in both design thinking and technical analysis, I’m energized by environments that encourage creativity, iteration, and hands-on problem solving. My experience spans advising 1,000+ students on engineering projects at Stanford’s Product Realization Lab, leading events that strengthened the design community at the d.school, and conducting UX research and product testing at a tech startup. Across these roles, I’ve built a strong foundation in research, prototyping, and development - combining curiosity with craft. I’m eager to keep growing as a product designer, using both user research and technical know-how to deliver thoughtful, impactful products.…I am a designer and engineer with a B.S. in Product Design and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford. I thrive on collaborating with diverse teams to create innovative, user-centered solutions that make a tangible impact. With a detail-oriented approach and strengths in both design thinking and technical analysis, I’m energized by environments that encourage creativity, iteration, and hands-on problem solving. My experience spans advising 1,000+ students on engineering projects at Stanford’s Product Realization Lab, leading events that strengthened the design community at the d.school, and conducting UX research and product testing at a tech startup. Across these roles, I’ve built a strong foundation in research, prototyping, and development - combining curiosity with craft. I’m eager to keep growing as a product designer, using both user research and technical know-how to deliver thoughtful, impactful products.

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I am a designer and engineer with a B.S. in Product Design and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford. I thrive on collaborating with diverse teams to create innovative, user-centered solutions that make a tangible impact. With a detail-oriented approach and strengths in both design thinking and technical analysis, I’m energized by environments that encourage creativity, iteration, and hands-on problem solving.

My experience spans advising 1,000+ students on engineering projects at Stanford’s Product Realization Lab, leading events that strengthened the design community at the d.school, and conducting UX research and product testing at a tech startup. Across these roles, I’ve built a strong foundation in research, prototyping, and development - combining curiosity with craft. I’m eager to keep growing as a product designer, using both user research and technical know-how to deliver thoughtful, impactful products.

Skills

Figma

Microsoft Office

Adobe Illustrator

Experience Level

Figma

Intermediate

Microsoft Office

Intermediate

Adobe Illustrator

Intermediate

Work Experience

Course Assistant & Welding Specialist at Stanford Product Realization Lab

August 1, 2024 - Present

Advised over 1,000 students annually on individual engineering projects, assisting with the creation of innovative prototypes ranging from medical devices to consumer products. Provided guidance on design, material selection, and manufacturing processes. Conducted hands-on workshops in TIG welding, brazing, oxy-acetylene welding, and water jet cutting, training students in essential fabrication techniques. Collaborated with faculty and course assistants to maintain a safe, inclusive, and empowering space for hands-on learning and skill development.

Design Community Lead at Hasso Plattner Institute of Design

June 1, 2024 - August 22, 2025

Spearheaded and executed more than 10 events annually, fostering creative collaboration and engagement within the undergraduate design community. Increased community participation by 15% through targeted promotional strategies and impactful event curation. Implemented streamlined processes for major declaration and merchandise organization.

Growth Associate at Fanimal Inc.

October 1, 2021 - August 22, 2025

Performed comprehensive product testing to evaluate the effectiveness and functionality of the company website's structured search engine, enhancing user experience and search accuracy. Executed detailed UI/UX research to inform app development strategies and support successful product launch. Redesigned multiple pages across desktop, tablet, and mobile website frames, significantly improving the overall user experience.