ExPERIENCE
Connecting the Dots
My interdisciplinary background reflects my curiosity and love for learning. I earned a master’s degree in Linguistics, worked as a web developer in Tokyo, and later transitioned into UX/Product design.
Feb, 2025 – Sep, 2025
Senior UX Designer at F5 Networks
Feb, 2022 – Feb, 2025
UX Designer at Samsung Electronics America
Feb, 2021 – Jan, 2022
Product Designer at Pacific Software Publishing Inc.
Jun, 2020 – Jan, 2021
UX Designer at Knack
Apr, 2018 – Dec, 2018
Web Developer at Metro Engines (Tokyo, Japan)
Skillset
What I Bring to the Table
I design for complex systems, turning ambiguity into clear, actionable decisions. My focus is on reducing cognitive load and helping teams move from information to confident action.
In an AI-driven design workflow, I see myself as a bridge between system intelligence and human understanding. I help translate AI-generated outputs into meaningful product direction, ensuring that complexity becomes usable rather than overwhelming. I also focus on shaping how humans and AI collaborate through better structure, decision flows, and communication patterns.
With experience in system thinking and product design, I build scalable solutions that improve clarity, coordination, and decision-making. My multilingual background further supports cross-cultural communication and intent interpretation.
Milestones
My Accolades
Patent
Issued Feb 24, 2026
US-12563003-B2
Automated marking of messages and message deletion by analyzing keywords and semantic situations
Full-ride scholarship
Issued Apr 01, 2014 – Mar, 2017
Received the Japan‑Taiwan Exchange Association scholarship — $2,000/month supporting full study abroad
Toolkit
Tools of the Trade
Claude + Figma are my main design tool now, I generally use them through the whole design process.
My Other Design Toolkit
– Interface exploration & High fidelity design creation: Stitch, ChatGPT
– Synthesis & alignment: FigJam, Jira, GitLab, Notion
– Visual storytelling & illustration: Canva, Illustrator, Photoshop
My Development Toolkit
– Code fluency across HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Rails.
– End-to-end WordPress builds.
HOBBIES
Outside of work
Outside of work, I enjoy reading, and traveling. Reading lets me explore new worlds and perspectives, while traveling allows me to immerse myself in different cultures and experiences. Both feed my curiosity and inspire my creativity.
Take a look at my Reading section, where I reflect on books I’ve loved. Come along and share your thoughts too!
Professional References
In Their Words
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I have worked with Hungyi while she was at Samsung Electronics America. We worked closely on the MCPTT project where she was a key person driving UX related requirements, discussion as well UX issues. Hungyi is very professional and always dedicated 100% in this project. She is very good, both technically (core competency) and non-technical aspect like team player. Any team or company she works with, I know she will give her best and do lot of good work. All the best Hungyi for your future endeavors!
Sohin Patel
Technical Program Manager, Samsung
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I have had the opportunity to work closely with Hungyi as she developed the branding, and elegantly discerning visual identity for Knack by HelpArt Inc. She is a diligent, competent, and meticulous UX designer with an unparalleled eye for capturing the essence of the product. As a teammate she is a personable professional, focusing on results and sustained quality relationship with others. It is a great pleasure working with her and I highly recommend her.
Kayla Williams
Front-end Developer, Knack
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I’ve worked closely with Hungyi for two and a half years now, and she has proved time and again to be an indispensable member of our team. She is a skilled designer who excels at pinpointing problems then crafting unique and high quality solutions.
Not only is she diligent and thorough in her work, but she also has a talent for navigating uncertainty and charting a clear path forward. Her ability to strategize and execute plans, even in the face of ambiguity, makes her a natural leader. She is a critical thinker who always ensures that objectives are not only met, but exceeded.
While Hungyi may sometimes be quiet or reserved, she is always willing to share her wisdom and help foster a supportive work environment. Without hesitation, I would recommend Hungyi to any company looking for remarkable talent, and you can be certain that she will deliver exceptional results.
Sophia Bird
UX Designer, Samsung