Daniel Babalola

About

Creative Product Designer and Developer with a strong focus on crafting user-centered, intuitive digital experiences that drive engagement and solve real-world challenges. With several years of experience in startups, I bring a unique blend of design and technical expertise, allowing me to create scalable web and mobile solutions that are as functional as they are visually compelling. I’ve led projects from pitch decks to full app development, focusing on user experience and optimizing performance for seamless interaction across devices. My background in product ownership and hands-on development has taught me the importance of aligning design with business goals and technical feasibility, making me a versatile team member.

Experience

• Product Designer · Med Melanin04-01-2024

  - Designed and launched a fully responsive web and mobile app, focused on user-centric design and reducing latency across all platforms. - Managed, documented and implemented the comprehensive design system, accelerating the design-to-development workflow by 30% and ensuring consistency. - Conducted in-depth user research, resolving key pain points and improving overall usability for over 200 users. - Redesigned the website, driving a 20% increase in potential sign-ups and improving user engagement. - Played a critical role in the $50k pre-seed fundraising by contributing to the design and storytelling of the business pitch deck.

• Product Designer · Buzz Website Services11-01-2022 – 07-01-2023

  Led and managed a team of 5 members to successfully develop and launch the 'buzz.ng' mobile application. Orchestrated the creation of a seamless user experience, resulting in a remarkable 50% increase in user engagement compared to industry competitors. Designed the complete app interface and interactions, ensuring optimal user engagement and satisfaction. Strategically implemented a comprehensive work-breakdown structure, leading to a remarkable 30% reduction in overall project costs. Pioneered the development of captivating illustrations for the app, enhancing its visual appeal and user experience.

• Mobile App Developer · Black Founder Network - Autinerary02-01-2024 – 10-01-2024

  - Developed a cross-platform mobile app using Flutter and Firebase, optimized for both iOS and Android, ensuring smooth performance and accessibility for neurodiverse individuals. - Designed and launched a fully responsive mobile app, focused on user-centric design and reducing latency across all platforms. - Implemented accessibility features tailored to the needs of neurodiverse individuals, enhancing usability across diverse audiences. - Documented and tested each feature, ensuring seamless functionality and bug-free user experiences across both platforms. - Collaborated with stakeholders to gather feedback, resulting in continuous improvement of app features and user satisfaction.

Education

• Toronto Metropolitan UniversityBachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science
• Nile University of NigeriaBachelor of Science - BS, Computer Software Engineering

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