Steve Dennis
About Steve Dennis
Steve Dennis is a Senior Design Manager at Onfido, where he has worked since 2019, currently holding the position since 2022. He has extensive experience in product design and management, having previously worked at Mendeley, Enlighten Designs, and Osper.
Work at Onfido
Steve Dennis has been with Onfido since 2019, initially serving as a Product Design Manager for five years. In 2022, he transitioned to the role of Senior Design Manager. His responsibilities include overseeing the design of cross-platform applications, ensuring a cohesive user experience across Android, iOS, desktop, and web platforms. He advocates for a collaborative design process, working closely with developers to refine user interface details during the development phase.
Previous Experience in Product Design
Before joining Onfido, Steve Dennis worked at Mendeley from 2011 to 2016, where he held roles as Product Manager/Designer and Web Designer/Front-end Developer. His experience at Mendeley contributed to his understanding of user-centered design principles. He also served as a Senior Product Designer at Osper for one year in 2016-2017, further enhancing his expertise in product design.
Background in Design
Steve began his career in design at Enlighten Designs in Waikato, New Zealand, where he worked as a Lead Designer from 2001 to 2010. This nine-year tenure provided him with a solid foundation in design principles and project management. His diverse background includes experience in both design and development, allowing him to bridge the gap between design and technical implementation.
Design Philosophy and Approach
Steve Dennis emphasizes the importance of data-informed design, advocating for a design process that utilizes data to guide decisions without being solely driven by it. He believes in the value of collaboration between designers and developers to enhance the quality of the user interface. His approach focuses on refining design elements during the development phase to create a seamless user experience.