Lu Wang
About Lu Wang
Lu Wang is a Principal Product Designer at Lab49, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in UX design for financial institutions and has a strong educational background in Social Work, Psychology, and Computer Science.
Current Role as Principal Product Designer
Lu Wang currently holds the position of Principal Product Designer at Lab49, where he has been employed since 2021. In this role, he leads design initiatives that focus on enhancing user experience and product functionality. His responsibilities include overseeing design projects and ensuring alignment with client needs and business objectives.
Experience at Lab49
Lu Wang has a significant history with Lab49, having worked there in various capacities since 2016. Initially, he served as a UX Designer from 2016 to 2019, followed by a role as Senior UX Designer from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, he led design efforts for high-value client engagements, particularly for Tier 1 investment banks and top financial firms. He also mentors junior designers, contributing to a supportive design culture.
Previous Role at FactSet
Before his time at Lab49, Lu Wang worked as an Interaction Designer at FactSet from 2015 to 2016 in the Greater New York City Area. In this role, he focused on creating user-centered designs that improved the overall user experience of FactSet's financial software products.
Educational Background
Lu Wang has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Nanjing University, studying from 2006 to 2010. He later attended New York University, where he completed a Bridge Program in Computer Science from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Psychology from New York University, studying from 2012 to 2014.
Proven Track Record in Design
Lu Wang has demonstrated a proven track record of effectively managing challenging situations critical to project success and maintaining strong client relationships. His ability to navigate complex design challenges has contributed to successful outcomes in his projects.