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I'm Paula Vargas, a UX/UI designer with 3.5 years of enterprise experience and a Master's in Cognitive Sciences, focusing on learning, behavior, and human-computer interaction. This background maps naturally onto platforms designed to support how professionals engage with and retain knowledge in demanding fields. I have an early interest in biological sciences, including a year in Biotechnology and a genetics course from the University of Maryland, which gives me contextual familiarity with healthcare domains without claiming formal expertise. I excel at designing complex web-based interfaces end-to-end and thrive working independently in fully remote settings.…I'm Paula Vargas, a UX/UI designer with 3.5 years of enterprise experience and a Master's in Cognitive Sciences, focusing on learning, behavior, and human-computer interaction. This background maps naturally onto platforms designed to support how professionals engage with and retain knowledge in demanding fields. I have an early interest in biological sciences, including a year in Biotechnology and a genetics course from the University of Maryland, which gives me contextual familiarity with healthcare domains without claiming formal expertise. I excel at designing complex web-based interfaces end-to-end and thrive working independently in fully remote settings.

Paula Vargas

UX Designer, UI Designer, Product Designer, +3

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I'm Paula Vargas, a UX/UI designer with 3.5 years of enterprise experience and a Master's in Cognitive Sciences, focusing on learning, behavior, and human-computer interaction. This background maps naturally onto platforms designed to support how professionals engage with and retain knowledge in demanding fields. I have an early interest in biological sciences, including a year in Biotechnology and a genetics course from the University of Maryland, which gives me contextual familiarity with healthcare domains without claiming formal expertise. I excel at designing complex web-based interfaces end-to-end and thrive working independently in fully remote settings.…I'm Paula Vargas, a UX/UI designer with 3.5 years of enterprise experience and a Master's in Cognitive Sciences, focusing on learning, behavior, and human-computer interaction. This background maps naturally onto platforms designed to support how professionals engage with and retain knowledge in demanding fields. I have an early interest in biological sciences, including a year in Biotechnology and a genetics course from the University of Maryland, which gives me contextual familiarity with healthcare domains without claiming formal expertise. I excel at designing complex web-based interfaces end-to-end and thrive working independently in fully remote settings.

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I’m Paula Vargas, a UX/UI designer with 3.5 years of enterprise experience and a Master’s in Cognitive Sciences, focusing on learning, behavior, and human-computer interaction. This background maps naturally onto platforms designed to support how professionals engage with and retain knowledge in demanding fields.

I have an early interest in biological sciences, including a year in Biotechnology and a genetics course from the University of Maryland, which gives me contextual familiarity with healthcare domains without claiming formal expertise. I excel at designing complex web-based interfaces end-to-end and thrive working independently in fully remote settings.

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Expert

Expert

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Expert

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Intermediate

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Language

Spanish; Castilian

Fluent

English

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French

Intermediate

German

Beginner

Work Experience

UX/UI Designer (Contractor) at Partners Group / Autana Business Partners

January 1, 2022 - Present

Led and participated in cross-functional sessions with stakeholders, business analysts, developers, and domain experts to clarify requirements, translate them into actionable design solutions, and refine them through an iterative process. Designed digital wireframes and prototypes for 8+ internal applications, supporting end-to-end process improvements across new applications and migration projects. Coordinated design implementation with developers using Jira, ensuring accurate execution of design and functionality in Kanban and Scrum setups. Contributed to the internal design component library by proposing new components and improving existing component behaviours, interactions, and patterns in line with Atomic Design principles, and produced the necessary implementation tickets to expand the internal React component library while reviewing correct implementation in Storybook. Leveraged AI to optimize design workflows, improving efficiency and contributed to AI workshops focused on in

Visual Designer (Freelance) at Spain Visual Design & Audio Visual Industry

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022

Managed logistics across teams in audiovisual productions, adapting schedules in real time to address unforeseen issues and ensure all required shoots were completed. Planned and assisted in set design and execution, contributing to the overall visual aesthetic of productions. Created visual assets including illustrations, logos, animations, and photography optimized for digital and print media. Collaborated closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver customized visual solutions.

UX UI Designer (Contractor) at Partners Group via Autana BP

October 1, 2022 - April 1, 2026

Led end-to-end UX design for 8+ internal web applications. Conducted user research (contextual interviews, surveys, heuristic evaluations, usability sessions), created wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and interactive prototypes in Figma, covering multi-state and responsive designs. Collaborated with product owners, engineers, and domain experts to translate requirements into usable digital products and iterated within technical constraints. Documented design decisions and interaction logic for robust handoff. Contributed to the internal design component library, ensuring consistency with Atomic Design and MUI guidelines. Applied WCAG AA accessibility standards and led MVP delivery as a project lead across Scrum and Kanban. Prepared executive presentations and supported design reviews.

Visual Designer (Freelance) at Freelance

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022

Created visual assets (illustrations, logos, animations, photography) for digital and print clients. Managed art direction and logistics across audiovisual productions, coordinating schedules and cross-team communication in deadline-driven environments.