Piotr Adam Kwiatkowski
About Piotr Adam Kwiatkowski
Piotr Adam Kwiatkowski is the Head of Design at AKUR8, bringing over 15 years of experience in product design. He has held various roles in prominent companies, including Checkout.com and Palantir Technologies, and emphasizes a people-first leadership approach.
Current Role at AKUR8
Piotr Adam Kwiatkowski serves as the Head of Design at AKUR8, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on product design strategy, process development, and fostering a positive culture within the design team. His leadership emphasizes compassion and a people-first approach, aiming to create an environment that encourages creativity and collaboration.
Previous Experience at Checkout.com
Kwiatkowski worked at Checkout.com in various capacities, including Principal Product Designer and later as Director of Product Design. His tenure at the company spanned from 2021 to 2022, where he contributed to product design initiatives for a total of 14 months. His experience in this role involved overseeing design processes and enhancing user experience in financial technology.
Professional Background in Product Design
With over 15 years of experience in product design, Kwiatkowski has held significant roles at various organizations. He was the Head of Product Design at Salary Finance for one year and worked as Product Design Lead at OakNorth for two years. His career also includes five years at Palantir Technologies as a Product Designer, where he contributed to the development of products used globally.
Educational Qualifications
Kwiatkowski earned a Master of Science degree in Computing and IT from Northumbria University, completing his studies from 2007 to 2009. This educational background provided him with a strong foundation in technology and design principles, which he has applied throughout his career in product design.
Freelance and Early Career Experience
Before his more recent roles, Kwiatkowski worked as a Freelance Product Designer from 2007 to 2013, gaining valuable experience in various design projects. He also held positions as a UX Designer at Sage and as a Designer at Palringo, contributing to his diverse skill set in user experience and product design.