MY NAME IS MERLYN
Making complex things make sense
I’m a Product Designer with 10+ years of experience turning complex problems into clear, meaningful product experiences. My work spans product strategy, UX discovery, end-to-end design, and AI-assisted prototyping, with a focus on connecting user needs, business goals, and technical realities. I thrive in ambiguous problem spaces, bring teams together around a shared direction, and enjoy helping others grow through collaboration and mentorship.
Born and raised in the Philippines and have been living in Sweden since 2019
Extensive design experience
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Over a decade proven track record crafting end-to-end experiences
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Proficient in user-centered design methodologies
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Deep knowledge of consumer tech landscape and design principles
Effective communication and collaboration
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Proven track record holding workshops, holding speeches, and coaching others
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Worked with projects going beyond the product team and also cross departments
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Experience working with clients as a consultant
Expertise in different channels and platforms
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Proven skills in designing for different platforms such as desktop and mobile
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Worked with companies that offer different contexts (agency, product, consultancy)
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Experience balancing different teams having different focuses
User-centric design mentality and inclusivity
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Hands-on experience working with user research for both qualitative and quantitative
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Proven track record leading projects that improve how the company works with design
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Advocacy for diversity and inclusion in design processes
MY JOURNEY SO FAR
PRODUCT DESIGNER
AVINODE GROUP
May 2021 - Present
Improving the user experience of our SaaS products within the aviation industry through a user-centered approach from strategy all the way to implementation. Working closely with different product teams, engineers, designers to drive value-adding solutions that are based on user insight.
UX DESIGNER
INUSE
August 2019 - May 2021
Worked with clients to solve various user experience projects and assignments throughout Sweden. Worked with various platforms from complex systems to innovative designs for web, apps, and beyond. Focused on connecting user needs with the business objectives to provide an overall impactful change for all stakeholders.
UX/UI SPECIALIST
NUWORKS INTERACTIVE LABS INC
January 2018 - April 2019
Working with various client campaigns, internal products, and research projects from ideation to delivery. Engaging with various departments to drive exceptional user experience in every output made. Advocating for the voice of the user and for the integration of human-centered design.
UX & ADS MANAGER
AIESEC
September 2017 - January 2018
Provide great UX to customers through website and online advertising in the Swedish branch. Responsible for managing the Google Adwords campaigns to increase awareness and conversions to the website
CO-FOUNDER | UX LEAD
PREPME
August 2015 - May 2017
Led a startup team of 7 providing a platform that helps users become more prepared in their job applications. Lead the product design and user experience design of the entire website.