Be curious. IMAGINE. Create.
I believe that great design isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about pushing boundaries, challenging the norm, and shaping experiences that inspire.
Crafting Impactful & Engaging User Experiences
I am a User Experience Designer with a strong background in UX concept development, usability testing, and high-fidelity prototyping.
With expertise in Figma, HTML/CSS/SASS, jQuery, and visual design tools like Illustrator, Photoshop, and Sketch, I create intuitive, engaging, and data-driven digital experiences. From low-fidelity wireframes to fully interactive prototypes and A/B testing.
I craft designs that not only look great but also drive real user impact.
Corporate consulting
The last years I was working as a Lead User Experience Designer at Pegasystems. It has been an incredible journey of innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving, working with the best in the industry. At the heart of my role is the opportunity to design intuitive, scalable, and user-centered solutions that empower businesses to streamline their workflows and enhance customer experiences.
At Pegasystems, I worked on complex enterprise applications, focusing on usability, accessibility, and seamless interactions. I collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to craft designs that not only meet business goals, but also prioritize user needs.
Key Highlights of My Experience:
- Designing for Scale – Creating UX solutions that support large-scale enterprise systems while ensuring simplicity and efficiency.
- User Research & Testing – Conducting user research, usability testing, and feedback analysis to refine and optimize user experiences.
- Cross-Team Collaboration – Working alongside engineers, product teams, and clients to turn complex requirements into intuitive designs.
- Innovative Solutions – Leveraging design thinking and modern UX methodologies to drive seamless interactions and improve customer engagement.
- Accessibility & Inclusivity – Ensuring designs are accessible, meeting industry standards, and creating experiences that work for everyone.
RECENT Corporate UX Consulting Clients
STARTUP EXPERIENCE
Working as a User Experience Designer in startups and startup teams has been an exciting and dynamic experience, shaping my ability to design with speed, adaptability, and user impact in mind. Startups thrive on innovation, and being part of fast-moving teams has honed my skills in rapid problem-solving, lean design processes, and iterative user testing.
Key Takeaways from Startup UX Design:
- Agility & Adaptability – Designing in a fast-paced environment where priorities shift and quick iterations are essential.
- End-to-End Ownership – From research to prototyping to final implementation, taking full ownership of the UX process.
- User-Centric Mindset – Working closely with real users, gathering insights, and refining designs based on direct feedback.
- Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration – Partnering with founders, engineers, and product teams to bring ideas to life with limited resources.
- Impact-Driven Design – Seeing the direct impact of UX decisions on user engagement, growth, and business success.
My STARTUP Journey
User Experience Designer at CHIP GmbH
Part of the Lean Startup Team - Development of new products/services as part of the brand
UX concept development, Usability-testing, low-fidelity prototype development (Axure), high-fidelity prototype development (HTML/CSS/SASS/JQ), Visual Design (Illustrator, Photoshop, Sketch) and A/B Testing.
Co-Founder Ethnocolour Ltd.
An E-commerce startup, aiming to help the Bulgarian artisans to expand their market, providing them with opportunities to sell their products online. Ethnocolour provided professional photographers, translation, marketing & on-demand logistic services.
Web & UX Designer at Admando GmbH
Graphic design, Web development with Flex, HTML/CSS/JS, Joomla development.
Selected Projects: Kare Ebay Store, L.A. Premium Labels
Web & UX Designer at AnikaDesign
Graphic design (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign); Web-design, HTML/CSS/JS Development; Flex Development
Selected Projects: Tridonic Interactive Fair Project (Client: Ozon GmbH); Autodesk Website & Ads Development (Client: OneMedia GmbH)
EXPERIENCE IN EDUCATION
Teaching Computer Science at both the high school and university levels has been an incredibly rewarding experience, shaping not only my students but also my own perspective on education and problem-solving.
Key Benefits & Takeaways:
- Foundation & Growth – Teaching high school students helped me break down complex concepts into clear, digestible lessons, building strong foundational knowledge.
- Deepening Expertise – At the university level, I had the opportunity to engage in more advanced topics, research, and mentor students towards innovative thinking.
- Impactful Teaching – Witnessing students develop analytical skills, solve real-world problems, and grow into confident thinkers has been a fulfilling journey.
- Bridging Theory & Practice – Teaching both levels provided a unique perspective on how mathematical and computational thinking evolve from fundamentals to applied knowledge.
- Inspiring Future Innovators – Whether in high school or university, nurturing curiosity and critical thinking in students has been one of the greatest rewards of my career.
My Journey IN THE FIELD OF EDUCATION
Project Collaborator in the Science Projekt ’Thermoelectric Power of Metals’
Co-Projekt University CTMU, Sofia, Bulgaria and University Kiel, Germany
Project Collaborator: E-Learning Thermodynamics
Web-interface design & development for a E-Learning program in Thermodynamics for the UCUniversity of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy, Sofia
Teaching assistant in Computer Science
University of Chemical Technology and Metallurgy
Teacher in Mathematics and Computer Science
National High School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics