YANDEX - UX MANAGER

Yandex is a technology company that builds intelligent products and services powered by machine learning. Their goal is to help consumers and businesses better navigate the online and offline world. Since 1997, Yandex has delivered world-class, locally relevant search and information services. Additionally, Yandex has developed market-leading on-demand transportation services, navigation products, and other mobile applications for millions of consumers across the globe. Yandex, which has 30 offices worldwide, has been listed on the NASDAQ since 2011.

Role

I acted as the US-based UX Manager for this international team. In my role, I defined strategic goals, priorities, work processes, technology, systems, requirements, and performance metrics. Using a design system and content objectives we crafted wireframes, sketches, JTBD, and CJMs before creating the final copy, visuals, and prototypes. Utilizing the Agile method, we tested, validated, and iterated the product numerous times before going live.

  • Managed a skilled US-based UX team, overseeing daily activities, providing guidance, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Led hiring, interviews, and strategic decisions to build a cohesive team.

  • Acted as a liaison between international and US teams, facilitating communication and collaboration across time zones and cultures. Ensured alignment of UX efforts between global teams.

  • Owned multiple design projects as a Project Manager, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define goals, scope, and timelines. Utilized project management tools for progress tracking and resource management.

  • Applied user-centered design principles to create exceptional user experiences. Conducted user research, translating insights into actionable design solutions for web and mobile platforms.

     

  • Examined design scenarios, collaborating with technical writers for accurate documentation. Developed intuitive interfaces and employed best practices for web and mobile interactions.

     

  • Oversaw user research, usability testing, and analysis for actionable design recommendations. Conducted competitive analysis to inform design decisions and maintain a competitive edge.

Tools

  • Notion

  • Figma

  • Miro

  • Whimsical

  • Adobe Suites



Results

Due to an NDA, I cannot share the final results at this time.

Illustrations credit: Nastya Bolotnikova