Darcy Menard
About Darcy Menard
Darcy Menard is a Staff Product Designer currently at Hinge Health, where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in UX design, having held various roles at Amazon and Oracle, and has contributed to innovative design processes and applications that enhance user experience.
Current Role at Hinge Health
Darcy Menard serves as a Staff Product Designer at Hinge Health, a position held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on enhancing user experience through innovative design solutions. He shares methodologies and insights with the design and product teams to promote a collaborative learning environment. His contributions aim to improve the overall design process and user satisfaction.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Darcy Menard has extensive experience at Amazon, where he held multiple roles. He worked as a Senior Designer for Amazon Halo from 2021 for 10 months and as a Manager of Retail UX Design from 2016 to 2020. Additionally, he served as a UX Design Manager for Amazon Halo from 2020 to 2021. His roles involved leading design initiatives and enhancing user experiences across various platforms.
Design Leadership at Viome
At Viome, Darcy Menard worked as a Design Lead from 2021 to 2022. In this capacity, he was responsible for overseeing design projects and implementing user-centered design principles. His leadership contributed to the development of effective design strategies that aligned with the company's goals.
Educational Background
Darcy Menard studied at Wright State University, where he earned a Master of Science in Human Factors, focusing on Display Design and Industrial Psychology from 1996 to 2000. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Statistics from Laurentian University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in user experience design.
Innovations in Design Methodology
Darcy Menard has pioneered the use of AI tools for rapid prototyping and user testing at Hinge Health. This innovation has significantly streamlined the design process and enhanced user satisfaction. Additionally, he has developed a UX vision for a strength and balance application aimed at helping seniors exercise safely at home.