[About]
[About me]
Hey! I’m Swapnil Bapat, a Design Engineer and Product Designer. I've led designers and guided innovative projects that shape digital experiences for millions of users.
My passion lies in in simplifying ambiguity to craft intuitive, user-centered designs that bridge the gap between technology and its users. With a strong focus on design strategy, user research, and collaboration, I strive to create seamless, accessible experiences that not only meet business goals but also make everyday interactions more enjoyable and efficient.
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.
-Leonardo da Vinci
[What Can I Do]
Human-Centered Approach
Designing experiences that prioritize user needs and behaviors.
Human-Centered Approach
Designing experiences that prioritize user needs and behaviors.
Human-Centered Approach
Designing experiences that prioritize user needs and behaviors.
Problem-Solving Expertise
Transforming challenges into simple, impactful solutions.
Problem-Solving Expertise
Transforming challenges into simple, impactful solutions.
Problem-Solving Expertise
Transforming challenges into simple, impactful solutions.
Leadership in Design
Guiding teams and projects with clarity and vision.
Leadership in Design
Guiding teams and projects with clarity and vision.
Leadership in Design
Guiding teams and projects with clarity and vision.
[Experience]
Friends of Figma Glasgow
Design Community Lead
Oct 2024 - Present
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Provided hands-on guidance to designers on UI/UX concepts, wireframing, and prototyping, fostering professional growth and expertise in design thinking.
Mentored community members in leadership roles, enhancing their ability to contribute effectively to community initiatives.
Championed the growth of a design community in Glasgow, achieving over 100% increase in participation
Friends of Figma Glasgow
Design Community Lead
Oct 2024 - Present
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Provided hands-on guidance to designers on UI/UX concepts, wireframing, and prototyping, fostering professional growth and expertise in design thinking.
Mentored community members in leadership roles, enhancing their ability to contribute effectively to community initiatives.
Championed the growth of a design community in Glasgow, achieving over 100% increase in participation
Friends of Figma Glasgow
Design Community Lead
Oct 2024 - Present
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Provided hands-on guidance to designers on UI/UX concepts, wireframing, and prototyping, fostering professional growth and expertise in design thinking.
Mentored community members in leadership roles, enhancing their ability to contribute effectively to community initiatives.
Championed the growth of a design community in Glasgow, achieving over 100% increase in participation
Singapore Airlines
User Experience Strategist
Jun 2023 - Aug 2024
Singapore
Implemented AI-driven solutions, leveraging GenAI to improve customer interactions and satisfaction by 110%.
Designed end-to-end user flows for booking, payment, and corporate services, delivering polished UI designs.
Delivered insights and design strategies to cross-functional teams and senior leadership to guide decision-making and align project objectives.
Singapore Airlines
User Experience Strategist
Jun 2023 - Aug 2024
Singapore
Implemented AI-driven solutions, leveraging GenAI to improve customer interactions and satisfaction by 110%.
Designed end-to-end user flows for booking, payment, and corporate services, delivering polished UI designs.
Delivered insights and design strategies to cross-functional teams and senior leadership to guide decision-making and align project objectives.
Singapore Airlines
User Experience Strategist
Jun 2023 - Aug 2024
Singapore
Implemented AI-driven solutions, leveraging GenAI to improve customer interactions and satisfaction by 110%.
Designed end-to-end user flows for booking, payment, and corporate services, delivering polished UI designs.
Delivered insights and design strategies to cross-functional teams and senior leadership to guide decision-making and align project objectives.
Spenmo
UI/UX Designer
2023
Singapore
Spenmo
UI/UX Designer
2023
Singapore
Spenmo
UI/UX Designer
2023
Singapore
Dell Technologies
User Experience Designer
2022
Singapore
Dell Technologies
User Experience Designer
2022
Singapore
Dell Technologies
User Experience Designer
2022
Singapore
Start Something Studios
UI/UX Designer
2021
Singapore
Start Something Studios
UI/UX Designer
2021
Singapore
Start Something Studios
UI/UX Designer
2021
Singapore
[Exhibition • Talk]
Speaker
The Future of Design
Friends of Figma World Tour
Speaker
The Future of Design
Friends of Figma World Tour
Speaker
The Future of Design
Friends of Figma World Tour
Top Design Voice
One of the most noteworthy contributors to collaborative articles in LinkedIn’s Design scene.
Top Design Voice
One of the most noteworthy contributors to collaborative articles in LinkedIn’s Design scene.
Top Design Voice
One of the most noteworthy contributors to collaborative articles in LinkedIn’s Design scene.
Winner
Best Internship Project
Winner of the 2022 Dell Internship Project. My project revolves around the concept of smart monitors and integrated hubs and proposes a smart monitor product and app solution currently being developed by Dell Technologies.
Winner
Best Internship Project
Winner of the 2022 Dell Internship Project. My project revolves around the concept of smart monitors and integrated hubs and proposes a smart monitor product and app solution currently being developed by Dell Technologies.
Winner
Best Internship Project
Winner of the 2022 Dell Internship Project. My project revolves around the concept of smart monitors and integrated hubs and proposes a smart monitor product and app solution currently being developed by Dell Technologies.
[Fun Facts]
Favorite Book
Atomic Design
Brad Frost
Favorite Book
Atomic Design
Brad Frost
Favorite Book
Atomic Design
Brad Frost
Favorite Book
Don't Make Me Think
Steve Krug
Favorite Book
Don't Make Me Think
Steve Krug
Favorite Book
Don't Make Me Think
Steve Krug
Favorite Book
Non-Designer's Design Book
Robin Williams
Favorite Book
Non-Designer's Design Book
Robin Williams
Favorite Book
Non-Designer's Design Book
Robin Williams
Favorite Podcast
UI Breakfast
Jane Portman
Favorite Podcast
UI Breakfast
Jane Portman
Favorite Podcast
UI Breakfast
Jane Portman
Active Hobby
Traveling/Photography
Traveling Around the world.
Active Hobby
Traveling/Photography
Traveling Around the world.
Active Hobby
Traveling/Photography
Traveling Around the world.