Ashley Winkler
About Ashley Winkler
Ashley Winkler is a Product Design Lead with extensive experience in design systems, particularly in developer tools and fintech. She has held various roles in design and product management across multiple companies in Vienna and Berlin since 2010.
Current Role at Deepnote
Ashley Winkler serves as the Product Design Lead at Deepnote, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on creating effective design solutions that enhance user experience. Her responsibilities include leading design initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that product design aligns with user needs and business goals.
Previous Experience in Design and Management
Prior to her role at Deepnote, Ashley gained extensive experience in various design and management positions. She co-founded Pendect, where she served as Head of Design from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, she worked as a Product Manager and UX Researcher at TUNNEL23 Werbeagentur GmbH from 2016 to 2017. Her earlier roles include positions at Identum, Smart Information Systems, and Waschbote, where she focused on web and UI design.
Educational Background
Ashley Winkler studied at Universität Wien from 2017 to 2020, where she enhanced her knowledge in design. She also attended FH Joanneum, achieving a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from 2010 to 2013. Earlier in her academic journey, she studied at Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz for one year in 2009 to 2010. This educational foundation supports her multidisciplinary approach to design.
Specialization in Design Systems
Ashley specializes in design systems, particularly focusing on developer tools and fintech applications. Her expertise allows her to create cohesive and efficient design frameworks that improve usability and enhance user experience. She emphasizes a collaborative approach to problem-solving in her design work, integrating user experience with strategic objectives.
Diverse Client Experience
Throughout her career, Ashley has worked with a diverse range of clients across various fields. This experience has equipped her with a broad understanding of different industry needs and user expectations. Her ability to adapt her design strategies to meet the specific requirements of each client contributes to her effectiveness as a design professional.