Hi, I'm Michael Thomas, a UX Product Designer based in Los Angeles with 18+ years crafting design systems and user journeys that lift retention and cut development back-and-forth. I build token-based component libraries and run usability research to drive prioritized interaction improvements across SaaS and enterprise platforms. I aim to scale accessible, consistent interfaces that accelerate product adoption. I've led cross-functional UX/UI teams, defined component libraries in Figma with token-based styles, and implemented accessibility fixes. My work has contributed to measurable gains such as a 28% improvement in user retention and a 40% increase in delivery cadence. I focus on end-to-end onboarding, branding, and cohesive experiences across web, mobile, and packaging.

Michael Thomas

Hi, I'm Michael Thomas, a UX Product Designer based in Los Angeles with 18+ years crafting design systems and user journeys that lift retention and cut development back-and-forth. I build token-based component libraries and run usability research to drive prioritized interaction improvements across SaaS and enterprise platforms. I aim to scale accessible, consistent interfaces that accelerate product adoption. I've led cross-functional UX/UI teams, defined component libraries in Figma with token-based styles, and implemented accessibility fixes. My work has contributed to measurable gains such as a 28% improvement in user retention and a 40% increase in delivery cadence. I focus on end-to-end onboarding, branding, and cohesive experiences across web, mobile, and packaging.

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Hi, I’m Michael Thomas, a UX Product Designer based in Los Angeles with 18+ years crafting design systems and user journeys that lift retention and cut development back-and-forth. I build token-based component libraries and run usability research to drive prioritized interaction improvements across SaaS and enterprise platforms.

I aim to scale accessible, consistent interfaces that accelerate product adoption. I’ve led cross-functional UX/UI teams, defined component libraries in Figma with token-based styles, and implemented accessibility fixes. My work has contributed to measurable gains such as a 28% improvement in user retention and a 40% increase in delivery cadence. I focus on end-to-end onboarding, branding, and cohesive experiences across web, mobile, and packaging.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert

Work Experience

Senior Lead Designer at Akina Technologies
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Remote-led UX/UI design for a fast-growing SaaS product. Built token-based design system and component library in Figma; defined UX vision for onboarding; led cross-functional teams; conducted usability research; delivered major features on schedule with procurement; refined onboarding flows and product experiences to accelerate adoption.
Senior UX Designer at US Foods
January 1, 2022 - Present
Defined UX vision for enterprise web and mobile ordering platforms.
UX/UI Designer at Unsun Cosmetics
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022
Designed experiences for a DTC beauty brand; created end-to-end user journeys and brand-aligned interfaces across web, mobile, and packaging.
UX Designer at Technicolor
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
Crafted interfaces for media technology products.
Web Designer at Irvine (Agency Clients)
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Designed websites and marketing materials for agency clients.

Education

Associate Degree in Computer Programming at Santa Monica College
January 11, 2030 - July 5, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Retail, Other