Kiran Babhalgaonkar
About Kiran Babhalgaonkar
Kiran Babhalgaonkar is a UX Lead with over 11 years of experience in user research, project leadership, and multi-platform design. He has worked with various companies in Pune, India, enhancing mobile app conversions and user satisfaction through effective design strategies.
Current Role as UX Lead
Kiran Babhalgaonkar currently serves as a UX Lead at a confidential organization in Pune, Maharashtra, India. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the user experience process from analysis to developer handover. His leadership in UX design focuses on creating effective and user-centered solutions across various platforms.
Previous Experience in UX and UI Design
Kiran has held multiple positions in UX and UI design across various companies. He worked as a Product Designer at Cloud Vision Systems from 2011 to 2013 and at TriZetto Healthcare Products from 2013 to 2015. He also served as a Senior UI Designer Developer at Technohertz Technologies in 2018 and as a Senior UI/UX Designer at CloudLex, Inc. from 2018 to 2019. His experience includes managing design projects and collaborating with development teams.
Education and Expertise
Kiran completed his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at S R T University, Nanded, from 2009 to 2011. He possesses extensive expertise in user research, requirement analysis, and responsive design. His skills include creating interactive wireframes, conducting usability testing, and developing design style guidelines for mobile and web applications.
Achievements in Design and User Experience
Throughout his career, Kiran has achieved significant milestones in user experience design. He boosted mobile app conversions by 500% and increased user satisfaction by 20% through a website redesign. He has independently managed the entire UX process and is proficient in using design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Team Leadership and Collaboration
Kiran has over 7 years of experience in team handling and project leadership. He has collaborated with marketing and development teams to achieve quarterly KPIs. His ability to conduct client interviews and create user personas has contributed to successful project outcomes and enhanced user experiences.