Mia (Mengya) Hao
Product Designer · UX Researcher
- Data-informed Product Designer with 9+ years of experience across Fintech, Web3, SaaS, and EdTech, translating complex business requirements into intuitive, revenue-driving digital products.
- Proven ability to lead design systems from 0 to 1, drive cross-functional delivery, and apply quantitative analytics to UX decision-making. Experienced in collaborating with international stakeholders, including Standard Chartered and Greenland Singapore.
- Currently completing a Master of Applied Business Analytics at Carleton University (April 2026). Proficient in Figma-led AI-augmented workflows, leveraging Midjourney, Lovable, and LLM-based tools, from concept to developer-ready handoff.
Experience
Senior Product Designer
– Starboard Ventures (2022 – 2024)
- Led product design across core Web3 products, including Spacescope and BDX; for the Filecoin Network Health Dashboard, a 3+ year-old live product with fragmented design language, restructured the information architecture, built a reusable design system, and unified the brand experience to support high-frequency use and continuous iteration.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with Product Managers and Engineering teams to translate technical requirements into intuitive user flows, high-fidelity wireframes, and interactive prototypes.
- Directed brand identity and visual strategy for international offline events (e.g., FIL Singapore 2022), successfully driving user acquisition and elevating global brand presence.
Senior UI/UX Designer & Design System Lead
– Linklogis (2021)
- Designed the full UX flow for Green Link Digital Bank (Singapore), creating a seamless, compliant digital banking experience validated with international stakeholders from Standard Chartered and Greenland Singapore.
- Architected and launched the “Link UI-International” design system from 0 to 1 in 6 months, defining information architecture, component taxonomy, and WCAG standards. Reducing design‑to‑development handoff time and improving cross‑region UI consistency.
- Managed and mentored a design team of 4, overseeing project delivery timelines and fostering a culture of design excellence through regular feedback and knowledge sharing.
Education
Master of Applied Business Analytics
– Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada (2024 – 2026)
Master of Arts in Graphic Branding and Identity
– University of the Arts London, London, UK (2013)
Bachelor of Arts in Art Design
– Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China (2008 – 2012)
Skills & Tools
Design Systems / UX Research / UI/UX Design / WCAG / Accessibility / Brand Identity / Fintech & Banking / Web3 & Blockchain / SaaS B2B / E-commerce / EdTech / Cross-functional Collaboration / Mandarin (Native) / English (Fluent)