Top Talent like Justin are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Justin Juco

Product Designer
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Product Designer II | UI/UX Designer | B2B SaaS | AI
I’m a Product Designer specializing in simplifying complex workflows and building scalable design systems for enterprise and SaaS platforms. Over the past four years, I’ve helped teams align business goals with clear, intuitive user experiences — from leading design for core CRM and e-commerce features to creating data-driven tools that improved efficiency and adoption. I love working at the intersection of usability, systems thinking, and strategy to deliver designs that not only look great but make a measurable impact. Portfolio: juco.design

Work History

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Product Designer II

WorkdNov 2023 - Aug 2024 • 10 mosSpearheaded the transition from Adobe XD to Figma, facilitating training and guiding the team through the transition process to improve collaboration and efficiency in design workflows. Managed multiple projects simultaneously, adeptly adjusting prioritization based on evolving team needs, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and timely delivery of design solutions. Conducted multiple rounds of user interviews to gain insights into user pain points, informing the revision and ideation of design solutions for more user-centric product experiences. Created and managed Jira tickets detailing design requirements for engineers, ensuring clear communication and alignment between design and development teams for smoother implementation of design solutions. Refined processes between product and development teams to enhance communication and work efficiency, fostering a collaborative environment conducive to delivering high-quality design solutions within project timelines. Led design workshops between Business Analysts, Senior/Executive staff, and other design team members to align on project goals, prioritize features, and ensure a cohesive approach to product design. Currently leading the complete revamping of the Workflow Builder UI and Processes, collaborating closely with the lead Product Owner and stakeholders to gather feedback and make revisions throughout the project. Actively updating the Design System to match production 1:1, addressing the disconnect between product and development teams to improve communication and collaboration.
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Product Designer

WorkdNov 2021 - Nov 2023 • 2 yrs 1 mo
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UI/UX Designer

Developrise LLCNov 2021 - Aug 2024 • 2 yrs 10 mos
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Freelance Designer

NoneAug 2016 - Nov 2021 • 5 yrs 4 mosPortfolio: https://juco.design/ Effective organizational and time management skills to meet strict deadlines. Adequately adjust and consolidate customer needs. Extensive experience with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Figma.
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UX/UI Design Immersion Student

ThinkfulDec 2020 - Jun 2021 • 7 mosResearched and designed a public bus transit application to solve users' commute pain points. Conducted user surveys and interviews to gather quantitative and qualitative data to translate to development. Developed and iterated sketches, wireframes, user flows, style guides, low-fidelity and high-fidelity prototypes. Oversaw usability tests with target users to verify accessibility and obtain user feedback for further iterations. Tools used: Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Google Surveys, Google Sheets, Miro.
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Computer Science Teaching Assistant

TEALS ProgramJan 2020 - Dec 2020 • 1 yrCreated and implemented 5 month lesson plans to teach introductory Java through Code.org. Supervised and provided supplemental help to independent coding sessions of 20-25 students. Record student data surveys to see overall improvement and interest.
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Product Design Co-op

Yazaki North AmericaAug 2019 - Jan 2020 • 6 mosUtilized Adobe Suite to produce printed and digital graphics to meet deadlines for internal and external projects. Designed and iterated interactive digital presentations within a 3 person team based on user feedback. Cooperatively worked with International Automotive OEMs to construct and facilitate trade shows. Assisted fabrication and design of Vehicle Simulation Buggy and Boat Remodel. YAZAKI Interior Ark Remodel | https://jjuco.myportfolio.com/yazaki-boat-remodel Rebuild the infrastructure and interior design of the floating Ark’s East and West wings. Understand the company’s clientele and users to impact the design choices of each wing. Photograph over 100 YAZAKI products to categorize, color-correct, and add to printed graphics. Create and iterate 4 distinct graphic banners to separate and highlight product sections. Tools used: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Digital Camera.
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Robotics Teaching Assistant

The Robot GarageApr 2019 - Aug 2019 • 5 mosTaught multiple classes basic designing and coding of LEGO robots to children K-8. Worked with 200+ schools and corporations to educate and inspire children with robotics. Assisted in LEGO STEM workshops align with National Generation Science Standards. Traveled on field trips to provide additional robotics education outside the workplace.
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Mobile Sales Consultant

Best BuyJan 2017 - Jan 2019 • 2 yrs 1 moAnalyzed data of client accounts to create improved installment agreements. Effectively explained complex technical and legal information to different audiences. Experience with POS systems and activation systems including BEAST. Comprehensive knowledge of mobile devices, connected home, and sound accessories.

Education

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Wayne State University

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Computer Science2017 - 2023

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

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Product Designer II | UI/UX Designer | B2B SaaS | AI
I’m a Product Designer specializing in simplifying complex workflows and building scalable design systems for enterprise and SaaS platforms. Over the past four years, I’ve helped teams align business goals with clear, intuitive user experiences — from leading design for core CRM and e-commerce features to creating data-driven tools that improved efficiency and adoption. I love working at the intersection of usability, systems thinking, and strategy to deliver designs that not only look great but make a measurable impact. Portfolio: juco.design

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
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Top Talent like Justin are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Justin Juco

Product Designer
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

W

Product Designer II

WorkdNov 2023 - Aug 2024 • 10 mosSpearheaded the transition from Adobe XD to Figma, facilitating training and guiding the team through the transition process to improve collaboration and efficiency in design workflows. Managed multiple projects simultaneously, adeptly adjusting prioritization based on evolving team needs, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and timely delivery of design solutions. Conducted multiple rounds of user interviews to gain insights into user pain points, informing the revision and ideation of design solutions for more user-centric product experiences. Created and managed Jira tickets detailing design requirements for engineers, ensuring clear communication and alignment between design and development teams for smoother implementation of design solutions. Refined processes between product and development teams to enhance communication and work efficiency, fostering a collaborative environment conducive to delivering high-quality design solutions within project timelines. Led design workshops between Business Analysts, Senior/Executive staff, and other design team members to align on project goals, prioritize features, and ensure a cohesive approach to product design. Currently leading the complete revamping of the Workflow Builder UI and Processes, collaborating closely with the lead Product Owner and stakeholders to gather feedback and make revisions throughout the project. Actively updating the Design System to match production 1:1, addressing the disconnect between product and development teams to improve communication and collaboration.
W

Product Designer

WorkdNov 2021 - Nov 2023 • 2 yrs 1 mo
D

UI/UX Designer

Developrise LLCNov 2021 - Aug 2024 • 2 yrs 10 mos
N

Freelance Designer

NoneAug 2016 - Nov 2021 • 5 yrs 4 mosPortfolio: https://juco.design/ Effective organizational and time management skills to meet strict deadlines. Adequately adjust and consolidate customer needs. Extensive experience with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Figma.
T

UX/UI Design Immersion Student

ThinkfulDec 2020 - Jun 2021 • 7 mosResearched and designed a public bus transit application to solve users' commute pain points. Conducted user surveys and interviews to gather quantitative and qualitative data to translate to development. Developed and iterated sketches, wireframes, user flows, style guides, low-fidelity and high-fidelity prototypes. Oversaw usability tests with target users to verify accessibility and obtain user feedback for further iterations. Tools used: Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Google Surveys, Google Sheets, Miro.
T

Computer Science Teaching Assistant

TEALS ProgramJan 2020 - Dec 2020 • 1 yrCreated and implemented 5 month lesson plans to teach introductory Java through Code.org. Supervised and provided supplemental help to independent coding sessions of 20-25 students. Record student data surveys to see overall improvement and interest.
Y

Product Design Co-op

Yazaki North AmericaAug 2019 - Jan 2020 • 6 mosUtilized Adobe Suite to produce printed and digital graphics to meet deadlines for internal and external projects. Designed and iterated interactive digital presentations within a 3 person team based on user feedback. Cooperatively worked with International Automotive OEMs to construct and facilitate trade shows. Assisted fabrication and design of Vehicle Simulation Buggy and Boat Remodel. YAZAKI Interior Ark Remodel | https://jjuco.myportfolio.com/yazaki-boat-remodel Rebuild the infrastructure and interior design of the floating Ark’s East and West wings. Understand the company’s clientele and users to impact the design choices of each wing. Photograph over 100 YAZAKI products to categorize, color-correct, and add to printed graphics. Create and iterate 4 distinct graphic banners to separate and highlight product sections. Tools used: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Canon EOS R6 Mirrorless Digital Camera.
T

Robotics Teaching Assistant

The Robot GarageApr 2019 - Aug 2019 • 5 mosTaught multiple classes basic designing and coding of LEGO robots to children K-8. Worked with 200+ schools and corporations to educate and inspire children with robotics. Assisted in LEGO STEM workshops align with National Generation Science Standards. Traveled on field trips to provide additional robotics education outside the workplace.
B

Mobile Sales Consultant

Best BuyJan 2017 - Jan 2019 • 2 yrs 1 moAnalyzed data of client accounts to create improved installment agreements. Effectively explained complex technical and legal information to different audiences. Experience with POS systems and activation systems including BEAST. Comprehensive knowledge of mobile devices, connected home, and sound accessories.

Education

W

Wayne State University

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Computer Science2017 - 2023

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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