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Robert Bagares

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Hello! I’m Robert, a seasoned design leader with over 15 years of experience in building human-centered products across various sectors, including SaaS, AI, and IoT.

About

Hello! I’m Robert, a seasoned design leader with over 15 years of experience in building human-centered products across various sectors, including SaaS, AI, and IoT. My journey began with a fine arts background, leading me to merge visual craft and technology. I thrive on creating effective solutions and nurturing design cultures in organizations, helping teams grow and succeed.

I believe in the power of collaboration and cross-functional alignment to drive innovation. My passion lies in transforming ideas into tangible products that enhance user experiences and achieve business goals. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring new technologies and sharing insights with the design community.

  • 17 years' experience
  • Joined May 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • JapaneseIntermediate

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services

Work experience

Lead Product Designer · Quollio Technologies Inc.Oct 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 2 mos

Lead, mentor and deeply facilitate product requirement shaping at an enterprise data intelligence startup. Repositioned design team from pixel pusher to strategic asset, deliver not only design outputs but AI tools, processes and strengthen stakeholder relationships from the ground up.

UX Designer → Design Practice Lead · EQIQ K.K. (Attuned.AI)Feb 2022 – Sep 2024 · 2 yrs 8 mos

First in-house designer at an AI × Psychology SaaS startup. Built the entire design practice and shifted the organization from assumption-based (feature factory) to evidence-driven product development.

Product & UX Lead / Manager · Creative Bank Crest Co., Ltd.Apr 2009 – Feb 2022 · 12 yrs 11 mos

Managed cross-functional teams of developers, external contractors and designers delivering client-facing and internal digital products across AR/VR, web, mobile, and C-based platforms.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts · University of the Philippines2002 – 2007

Certifications and awards

Google UX Design Professional Certificate2021 – 2026

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