Hello! I’m Ricardo.
A Sr. Product Designer currently leading several SaaS modules at Sphera.
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Case Studies
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Case Studies
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Case Studies
Re-design (upcoming)
Ux & Product Design (Looper)
Re-design (upcoming)
Ux & Product Design (Looper)
Re-design (upcoming)
Ux & Product Design (Looper)
Orders View (upcoming)
Ux & Product Design (Reform)
Orders View (upcoming)
Ux & Product Design (Reform)
Orders View (upcoming)
Ux & Product Design (Reform)
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Work Experience
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Work Experience
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Work Experience
US (Chicago), Sep 2018 - Current
Sr. UX Designer, @Sphera
During my time at Sphera, I successfully led multiple SaaS products and projects within the company's portfolio, enhancing the experience for millions of users and making their tasks more intuitive and efficient. I spearheaded the creation of the Sphera Design System from the ground up, which significantly streamlined development processes, reducing costs by 41%. These efforts not only boosted user satisfaction by 29% but also contributed to a 34% increase in new sales. Ultimately, these achievements played a part in positioning Sphera for its acquisition valued at $1.4 billion.
US (Chicago), Sep 2018 - Current
Sr. UX Designer, @Sphera
During my time at Sphera, I successfully led multiple SaaS products and projects within the company's portfolio, enhancing the experience for millions of users and making their tasks more intuitive and efficient. I spearheaded the creation of the Sphera Design System from the ground up, which significantly streamlined development processes, reducing costs by 41%. These efforts not only boosted user satisfaction by 29% but also contributed to a 34% increase in new sales. Ultimately, these achievements played a part in positioning Sphera for its acquisition valued at $1.4 billion.
US (Chicago), Sep 2018 - Current
Sr. UX Designer, @Sphera
During my time at Sphera, I successfully led multiple SaaS products and projects within the company's portfolio, enhancing the experience for millions of users and making their tasks more intuitive and efficient. I spearheaded the creation of the Sphera Design System from the ground up, which significantly streamlined development processes, reducing costs by 41%. These efforts not only boosted user satisfaction by 29% but also contributed to a 34% increase in new sales. Ultimately, these achievements played a part in positioning Sphera for its acquisition valued at $1.4 billion.
Portugal (Lisbon), Sep 2017 - Current
Head of UX & Founder, @Blossomt
At Blossomt Consulting, I led a variety of projects aimed at addressing our clients' unique needs. My efforts contributed to the successful acquisition of five companies and the launch of four innovative startups, driving growth and delivering impactful results for our clients.
Portugal (Lisbon), Sep 2017 - Current
Head of UX & Founder, @Blossomt
At Blossomt Consulting, I led a variety of projects aimed at addressing our clients' unique needs. My efforts contributed to the successful acquisition of five companies and the launch of four innovative startups, driving growth and delivering impactful results for our clients.
Portugal (Lisbon), Sep 2017 - Current
Head of UX & Founder, @Blossomt
At Blossomt Consulting, I led a variety of projects aimed at addressing our clients' unique needs. My efforts contributed to the successful acquisition of five companies and the launch of four innovative startups, driving growth and delivering impactful results for our clients.
Belgium (Antwerp), jan 2022 - dec 2022
Sr. Product Designer, @Supply Stack
I led the Mobile Driver App project, where I designed the layouts, interactions, and overall user experience. My work significantly enhanced the product, resulting in a 53% increase in user satisfaction.
Belgium (Antwerp), jan 2022 - dec 2022
Sr. Product Designer, @Supply Stack
I led the Mobile Driver App project, where I designed the layouts, interactions, and overall user experience. My work significantly enhanced the product, resulting in a 53% increase in user satisfaction.
Belgium (Antwerp), jan 2022 - dec 2022
Sr. Product Designer, @Supply Stack
I led the Mobile Driver App project, where I designed the layouts, interactions, and overall user experience. My work significantly enhanced the product, resulting in a 53% increase in user satisfaction.
UK (London), jan 2021 - dec 2021
Sr. Product Designer, @Looper Insights
As the leader of the UX team at Looper Insights, I drove the complete redesign of the product and built the Looper Insights Design System from the ground up. This system streamlined development processes, reducing costs by 18%, and played a pivotal role in securing both seed and Series A investments for the company.
UK (London), jan 2021 - dec 2021
Sr. Product Designer, @Looper Insights
As the leader of the UX team at Looper Insights, I drove the complete redesign of the product and built the Looper Insights Design System from the ground up. This system streamlined development processes, reducing costs by 18%, and played a pivotal role in securing both seed and Series A investments for the company.
UK (London), jan 2021 - dec 2021
Sr. Product Designer, @Looper Insights
As the leader of the UX team at Looper Insights, I drove the complete redesign of the product and built the Looper Insights Design System from the ground up. This system streamlined development processes, reducing costs by 18%, and played a pivotal role in securing both seed and Series A investments for the company.
UK (London), sep 2017 - sep 2018
Head of UX/UI, @SparesFinder
I led the development of the Finder module within the SparesFinder product, designing a powerful search engine to help users locate items and parts with ease. Additionally, I built the SparesFinder Design System from the ground up, ensuring consistency and efficiency across the product. The launch of the Finder module directly contributed to gaining seven new clients and played a key role in positioning SparesFinder for acquisition.
UK (London), sep 2017 - sep 2018
Head of UX/UI, @SparesFinder
I led the development of the Finder module within the SparesFinder product, designing a powerful search engine to help users locate items and parts with ease. Additionally, I built the SparesFinder Design System from the ground up, ensuring consistency and efficiency across the product. The launch of the Finder module directly contributed to gaining seven new clients and played a key role in positioning SparesFinder for acquisition.
UK (London), sep 2017 - sep 2018
Head of UX/UI, @SparesFinder
I led the development of the Finder module within the SparesFinder product, designing a powerful search engine to help users locate items and parts with ease. Additionally, I built the SparesFinder Design System from the ground up, ensuring consistency and efficiency across the product. The launch of the Finder module directly contributed to gaining seven new clients and played a key role in positioning SparesFinder for acquisition.
UK (London), jun 2015 - aug 2017
Head of UX/UI, @Rungway
As the leader of Rungway's UX team, I played a pivotal role in creating the first MVP of the product and building the Rungway Design System from the ground up. I collaborated closely with stakeholders and key roles during the ideation phase, contributing to product planning, strategy, and implementation. These efforts culminated in the successful launch of Rungway.
UK (London), jun 2015 - aug 2017
Head of UX/UI, @Rungway
As the leader of Rungway's UX team, I played a pivotal role in creating the first MVP of the product and building the Rungway Design System from the ground up. I collaborated closely with stakeholders and key roles during the ideation phase, contributing to product planning, strategy, and implementation. These efforts culminated in the successful launch of Rungway.
UK (London), jun 2015 - aug 2017
Head of UX/UI, @Rungway
As the leader of Rungway's UX team, I played a pivotal role in creating the first MVP of the product and building the Rungway Design System from the ground up. I collaborated closely with stakeholders and key roles during the ideation phase, contributing to product planning, strategy, and implementation. These efforts culminated in the successful launch of Rungway.
UK (London), oct 2013 - jun 2015
Head of Design, @BMT London
As the leader of BMT London's creative teams, I spearheaded the development of numerous projects, including digital platforms for Pilsner Urquell Beer and Subway, as well as websites for Spoilt Pig Bacon and Innovarisk. My structured pitch presentations helped secure three new clients, while my collaboration with stakeholders shaped the company's creative strategy, driving impactful and innovative solutions.
UK (London), oct 2013 - jun 2015
Head of Design, @BMT London
As the leader of BMT London's creative teams, I spearheaded the development of numerous projects, including digital platforms for Pilsner Urquell Beer and Subway, as well as websites for Spoilt Pig Bacon and Innovarisk. My structured pitch presentations helped secure three new clients, while my collaboration with stakeholders shaped the company's creative strategy, driving impactful and innovative solutions.
UK (London), oct 2013 - jun 2015
Head of Design, @BMT London
As the leader of BMT London's creative teams, I spearheaded the development of numerous projects, including digital platforms for Pilsner Urquell Beer and Subway, as well as websites for Spoilt Pig Bacon and Innovarisk. My structured pitch presentations helped secure three new clients, while my collaboration with stakeholders shaped the company's creative strategy, driving impactful and innovative solutions.
(+) experience please request my full resume
rgouveia.martins@gmail.com
+351 965 428 391
(+) experience please request my full resume
rgouveia.martins@gmail.com
+351 965 428 391
(+) experience please request my full resume
rgouveia.martins@gmail.com
+351 965 428 391