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Hi, I’m Samar Adhikari, a Product Designer with 6+ years of experience delivering intuitive, user-centered digital solutions across web, mobile, and responsive apps. I’ve contributed to B2B and SaaS products where design initiatives shortened development times, improved efficiency, and boosted user engagement. I specialize in end-to-end design—from user research and high-fidelity prototyping to usability testing and scalable design systems. I thrive in cross-functional teams, translating complex challenges into research-driven experiences that align user needs with product and business goals. Based in Boston and open to relocation.…Hi, I’m Samar Adhikari, a Product Designer with 6+ years of experience delivering intuitive, user-centered digital solutions across web, mobile, and responsive apps. I’ve contributed to B2B and SaaS products where design initiatives shortened development times, improved efficiency, and boosted user engagement. I specialize in end-to-end design—from user research and high-fidelity prototyping to usability testing and scalable design systems. I thrive in cross-functional teams, translating complex challenges into research-driven experiences that align user needs with product and business goals. Based in Boston and open to relocation.

Samar Adhikari

Product Designer, UX Designer, UI Designer, +2

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Hi, I’m Samar Adhikari, a Product Designer with 6+ years of experience delivering intuitive, user-centered digital solutions across web, mobile, and responsive apps. I’ve contributed to B2B and SaaS products where design initiatives shortened development times, improved efficiency, and boosted user engagement. I specialize in end-to-end design—from user research and high-fidelity prototyping to usability testing and scalable design systems. I thrive in cross-functional teams, translating complex challenges into research-driven experiences that align user needs with product and business goals. Based in Boston and open to relocation.…Hi, I’m Samar Adhikari, a Product Designer with 6+ years of experience delivering intuitive, user-centered digital solutions across web, mobile, and responsive apps. I’ve contributed to B2B and SaaS products where design initiatives shortened development times, improved efficiency, and boosted user engagement. I specialize in end-to-end design—from user research and high-fidelity prototyping to usability testing and scalable design systems. I thrive in cross-functional teams, translating complex challenges into research-driven experiences that align user needs with product and business goals. Based in Boston and open to relocation.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Samar Adhikari, a Product Designer with 6+ years of experience delivering intuitive, user-centered digital solutions across web, mobile, and responsive apps. I’ve contributed to B2B and SaaS products where design initiatives shortened development times, improved efficiency, and boosted user engagement.

I specialize in end-to-end design—from user research and high-fidelity prototyping to usability testing and scalable design systems. I thrive in cross-functional teams, translating complex challenges into research-driven experiences that align user needs with product and business goals. Based in Boston and open to relocation.

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Expert

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English

Fluent

Work Experience

Project Lead at COMET Lab | Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN

May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025

Supported a professor in strategically managing 120+ graduate assistants across 15+ active research projects, applying agile methods to align deliverables with research goals and maintain consistent project momentum. Led a cross-functional team of designers on the Indiana Encyclopedia project, collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver a unified digital platform for statewide information. Implemented new policies and streamlined reporting processes, increasing lab productivity and operational efficiency by 20%.

User Experience Designer | Internship at Toyota Mobility Foundation

May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025

Designed a B2B food-sharing platform that reduced pantry food sourcing time from 25–30 minutes to 5–7 minutes through streamlined workflows and intuitive interfaces. Created high-fidelity prototypes in Figma, mapping user flows for pantry, donor, and food bank roles, and collaborated with engineers to ensure smooth design-to-development handoff. Developed and analyzed surveys with Indiana food organizations, translating quantitative and qualitative data into actionable product features that improved food redistribution. Led 10+ stakeholder interviews and field observations, applying ethnographic research methods to uncover logistical bottlenecks and drive user-centered design solutions.

Chief Design Officer at Wesionaryteam

July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023

Increased user acquisition by 30% through the end-to-end design of Japan’s largest B2B drop-shipping platform, leveraging user interviews, surveys, and competitive analysis to address pain points and improve engagement. Redesigned responsive mobile and web checkout flows for a B2B SaaS Learning Management System, driving a 20% boost in sales conversions by simplifying payments and enhancing customer satisfaction. Implemented a scalable design system that reduced development time by 30% and improved product consistency, leading to a 20% increase in customer satisfaction. Led and mentored a team of 3 junior designers, providing guidance on UX best practices, design reviews, and professional development to elevate overall team output. Worked on KPI-driven design improvements, optimizing workflows and interfaces to support measurable business outcomes and ensure alignment between product vision and company growth goals. Oversaw the overall design direction for the company and external cl

Design Lead at Parentiv Inc

March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023

Redesigned Parentiv’s mobile and web applications to enhance usability and accessibility, introducing simplified navigation, clearer information architecture, and inclusive design patterns that led to a 25% improvement in task success rate for parents and clinicians supporting children with autism. Conducted in-depth user research (interviews, heuristic evaluations, and observational studies) to uncover pain points and guide a data-driven redesign strategy. Validated design solutions through prototyping, usability testing, and A/B testing, resulting in a 30% increase in user engagement and a 30% reduction in development rework. Implemented a scalable design system and UI documentation, improving consistency and reducing development errors by 35% across mobile and web platforms.

Senior UI/UX Designer at Ayaansh Technologies

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Designed a healthcare mobile application enabling doctor appointments, at-home blood work, and prescription delivery, leading to a 40% increase in patient adoption and improved service accessibility. Redesigned an e-commerce web and mobile platform, optimizing onboarding and checkout flows, significantly increasing revenue and user retention. Led the redesign of a fintech mobile application, introducing a split-bill feature that expanded market share by 20% and improved user engagement. Involved clients and stakeholders early in the design process, validating concepts and reducing development rework, resulting in faster deployment cycles. Collaborated with the marketing team to deliver graphics, branding, and social media assets, ensuring a consistent and engaging brand identity across digital channels.