Akash Upadhyay
About Akash Upadhyay
Akash Upadhyay is a UX Designer I (R&D) at o9 Solutions, Inc. in Bengaluru, India, with a diverse background in experience design and product development across various industries.
Work at o9 Solutions
Akash Upadhyay has been employed at o9 Solutions, Inc. as a UX Designer I (R&D) since 2022. He is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. In his role, he focuses on enhancing user experience through research and design initiatives. He is dedicated to building a strong accessibility culture within the organization, working to improve platform accessibility. His contributions have been recognized, as he was awarded Performer of the Quarter in Q3/2023 and Performer of the Month in December.
Education and Expertise
Akash Upadhyay holds a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Information Technology from Kurukshetra University, which he completed from 2015 to 2019. He furthered his education at The Interaction Design Foundation from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he earned a Nanodegree in User Experience from Udacity. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in design principles and user experience methodologies.
Professional Background
Akash has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles related to user experience and design. He began his career as a Product Designer at Phoeniixx Designs from 2018 to 2019. He then joined Capgemini, where he held multiple positions, including Software Analyst from 2019 to 2020, Associate Consultant (Financial Services) - Experience Design from 2021 to 2022, and Senior Software Analyst - Experience Design from 2020 to 2021. He briefly worked as a UI Engineer at Zenways.io in 2018.
Achievements and Initiatives
In addition to his professional roles, Akash Upadhyay hosts a text-based podcast called DesignersTalk, which features over 40 episodes documenting designer experiences and insights. He actively shares his design journey on Instagram under the handle @designer.akash and shares his cycling experiences on the platform 'Strava'. His commitment to accessibility and user experience is evident in his initiatives and community engagement.
Industry Experience
Akash has a background in various industries, including Health Care, Insurance, and Fintech. Recently, he has gained experience in Supply Chain and Operations Management. This diverse industry exposure informs his approach to user experience design, allowing him to address unique challenges across different sectors.