Ayodeji Balogun

Product Designer • Frontend Developer • FinTech, eCommerce, Social Networking

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About

Highly accomplished Digital Product Designer and Frontend Developer with over 7 years of experience driving the creation of high-impact, user-centric digital products across FinTech, eCommerce, and Social Networking sectors. Expert in human-centered design principles, adept at translating complex requirements into intuitive, aesthetically appealing, and immersive user experiences. Proven ability to lead cross-functional agile teams from concept to launch, ensuring both strategic vision and meticulous detail for overall product success.

Work Experience

Web Design Lead

Toby&Tye

Dec 2025 - Present

Led web design initiatives, overseeing project lifecycle from concept to deployment for a rapidly growing digital platform.

  • Spearheaded the design and development of responsive web solutions, enhancing user engagement and brand presence.
  • Managed and mentored a team of designers, providing guidance and ensuring adherence to design best practices and project timelines.
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to translate complex business requirements into intuitive and visually compelling web interfaces.

Product Designer

Andela

Dec 2025 - Present

Contributed to product design initiatives within an agile environment, focusing on user experience and interface design for various projects.

  • Conducted comprehensive user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and optimize product functionality.
  • Designed and iterated on key product features, translating complex user needs into intuitive wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups.
  • Collaborated effectively with engineering and product management teams to ensure seamless implementation and alignment with business objectives.

Product Designer

Hivenify

Dec 2025 - Present

Executed product design tasks, contributing to the development of user-centric digital solutions for a dynamic startup environment.

  • Developed user flows, wireframes, and interactive prototypes to visualize and test product concepts rapidly.
  • Participated actively in design sprints, contributing to the rapid iteration and refinement of product features based on user feedback.
  • Ensured design consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across various digital touchpoints.

Senior User Interface Designer

MINWO Inc.

Dec 2025 - Present

Led UI design efforts, focusing on creating intuitive and visually appealing interfaces for digital products within a fast-paced tech company.

  • Designed and implemented advanced UI solutions, significantly improving user satisfaction and product usability.
  • Mentored junior designers and established UI design best practices, contributing to team skill development and project efficiency.
  • Collaborated with product teams to define user interface requirements and translate them into effective design solutions, resulting in enhanced user adoption.

User Interface Designer

MINWO Inc.

Dec 2025 - Present

Contributed to the design and development of user interfaces for various digital products, ensuring high-quality visual and interactive experiences.

  • Created detailed wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to support product development cycles.
  • Assisted in user research and usability testing to gather insights and refine UI designs.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent and high-quality user interface implementation.

Lead Web Designer

Bytes & Pixels Design Studio

Dec 2025 - Present

Led web design projects, overseeing the creative and technical aspects of website development from concept to launch.

  • Directed the design and launch of multiple client websites, consistently exceeding client expectations and project deadlines.
  • Managed design workflows and communicated directly with clients to understand requirements and present compelling design solutions.
  • Implemented responsive design principles to ensure optimal user experience across various devices and platforms.

Web Designer

TinklingD

Dec 2025 - Present

Designed and developed engaging websites, focusing on visual appeal and user experience for a diverse client base.

  • Created compelling web layouts and visual elements using industry-standard design tools.
  • Collaborated with development teams to ensure accurate implementation of design specifications.
  • Gained foundational experience in responsive web design and front-end development principles.

Education

Frontend Engineering

AltSchool Africa

Metallurgical & Materials Engineering

Federal University of Technology Akure

Certificates

Innovation Through Design: Think, Make, Break, Repeat

Online Learning Platform

UX Foundations: Style Guides and Design Systems

Online Learning Platform

Product Design Bootcamp

Online Learning Platform

Creative Writing: The Craft of Plot

Online Learning Platform

Foundations of Project Management

Online Learning Platform

Languages

Yoruba (Native) , English (Native) , French (Basic)

Skills

Product Design

  • UI/UX Design
  • User Research
  • Wireframing
  • Prototyping
  • Usability Testing
  • Design Systems
  • Information Architecture

Frontend Development

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • Responsive Design
  • Webflow

Market Research

  • User Insights
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Data Analysis

Notion Productivity Software

  • Project Management
  • Workflow Automation
  • Documentation

User Flows

  • Journey Mapping
  • Interaction Design
  • User Experience

Agile Methodologies

  • Scrum
  • Sprint Planning
  • Cross-functional Collaboration