Juan Manuel Gallego
About Juan Manuel Gallego
Juan Manuel Gallego is a Senior UX Engineer specializing in Design Systems and Prototyping at Dialpad, where he has worked since 2024. He has a background in graphic design and extensive experience in product design and creative direction.
Work at Dialpad
Juan Manuel Gallego serves as a Senior UX Engineer specializing in Design Systems and Prototyping at Dialpad. He joined the company in 2024 and has been contributing to the development of user experience strategies and design systems for five months. His role involves creating prototypes and enhancing design processes to improve user interactions within Dialpad's products.
Previous Experience in Product Design
Before joining Dialpad, Juan Manuel worked at Tiendanube as a Senior Product Designer focusing on Design Systems from 2020 to 2024. During his four years at Tiendanube, he played a key role in developing design frameworks that enhanced product usability and consistency across platforms. His experience in this position contributed to his expertise in user-centered design.
Creative Direction at Montauk Studio
Juan Manuel co-founded Montauk Studio and served as Creative Director from 2013 to 2020. In this role, he led various design projects and initiatives, overseeing the creative process and ensuring high-quality outputs. His leadership at Montauk Studio helped establish the company as a notable player in the design industry in Buenos Aires.
Educational Background
Juan Manuel studied at the Universidad Argentina de la Empresa (UADE), where he earned a Licenciatura in Diseño Gráfico from 2010 to 2014. His educational background provided him with foundational skills in graphic design and user experience. Additionally, he completed his secondary education at Colegio Champagnat, where he studied Ciencias Económicas and achieved a Bachillerato from 1994 to 2009.
Teaching Experience
Juan Manuel also served as an Auxiliar Docente at UADE from 2019 to 2020. In this role, he assisted in teaching design-related courses, contributing to the education of future designers. This experience reflects his commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering the next generation of design professionals.