Ran Liu
About Ran Liu
Ran Liu serves as the Head of Design at Gable, bringing extensive experience in product design and user experience from roles at companies like Adobe, Shopify, and MicroStrategy.
Current Role at Gable
Ran Liu serves as the Head of Design at Gable, a position they have held since 2023. In this role, Liu is responsible for leading design initiatives and overseeing the design team. The focus is on creating user-centered designs that enhance the overall user experience across Gable's products. The remote work environment allows Liu to collaborate with a diverse team and implement innovative design strategies.
Previous Experience in Design and Product Management
Prior to joining Gable, Ran Liu accumulated extensive experience in design and product management. Liu worked at Webflow as a Staff Product Designer, focusing on product growth from 2021 to 2022. They also held the position of Senior Experience Designer at Adobe from 2019 to 2021, where they contributed to growth initiatives. Liu's experience includes roles at Amplitude Analytics, Shopify, and MicroStrategy, where they designed user experiences and managed product design projects.
Educational Background in Computer Science and UX
Ran Liu holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science from the University of Maryland College Park, where they focused on Human-Computer Interaction and Data Visualization. Liu also completed an Applied UX Intensive program at Cooper Professional Education in 2017. They earned a Bachelor's Degree in Software Engineering from Sichuan University. This educational foundation supports Liu's expertise in design and technology.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Ran Liu began their career with internships that provided foundational experience in software development and product management. In 2011, Liu worked as a Software Development Intern at IBM for three months. They later joined MicroStrategy as an Associate Product Manager in 2014 for six months. These early roles contributed to Liu's understanding of product development and design principles.
Design Contributions at Notable Companies
Throughout their career, Ran Liu has made significant contributions to user experience design at several notable companies. At Amplitude Analytics, Liu served as a Senior UX Designer from 2016 to 2019, focusing on enhancing user interactions. They also worked at Marketo and Chartboost, where they designed user interfaces and experiences. Liu's work has consistently aimed at improving product usability and driving user engagement.