Albert Okpala
About Albert Okpala
Albert Okpala is a Product Designer with experience at Deloitte, Groove, Access Bank Plc, and currently at Backbase. He specializes in creating scalable visual designs and employs a data-driven approach to enhance user experience.
Work at Backbase
Albert Okpala has been employed as a Product Designer at Backbase since 2022. He works in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. In this role, he focuses on creating scalable visual designs and interactions that contribute to effective business outcomes. His approach emphasizes accessibility and usability, ensuring that modern digital experiences are user-friendly.
Previous Experience in Product Design
Before joining Backbase, Albert Okpala worked at Groove as a Product Designer for three months in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2021. Prior to that, he spent one year at Deloitte as a Product Designer in Nigeria from 2020 to 2021. His earlier experience includes a three-year tenure at Access Bank Plc, where he also served as a Product Designer from 2017 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Albert Okpala studied Computer Science at Babcock University in Ilishan-Remo, Nigeria, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from 2009 to 2013. His educational background supports his expertise in product design, where he employs a data-driven approach and utilizes facilitation and systems thinking to lead design teams effectively.
Design Philosophy and Skills
Albert Okpala's design philosophy centers on generating and utilizing user insights and research to enhance user experience. He demonstrates proficiency in visual design, focusing on function over form and maintaining consistency across platforms. His work is characterized by a strong understanding of technologies that support modern digital experiences.