Elisa Sattyam Cardozo, Ph.D.
About Elisa Sattyam Cardozo, Ph.D.
Elisa Sattyam Cardozo, Ph.D., is a Lead UX Designer and UX Researcher with extensive experience in user experience design and research. She has held various roles in notable organizations and has advanced degrees in Computer Science from Universidade Federal de Pernambuco.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Elisa Sattyam Cardozo serves as the Lead UX Designer and UX Researcher at ThoughtWorks. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to various projects that enhance user experience through design and research methodologies. Her role involves leading design initiatives, conducting user research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to create impactful digital solutions.
Previous Experience in UX Design
Elisa has extensive experience in UX design and research across multiple organizations. She worked at CESAR as a Design Lead and UX Designer from 2015 to 2021, where she focused on user-centered design principles. Prior to that, she held various roles at Instituto Tecnologico de Pernambuco and Samsung Electronics, including Team Leader, User Interface Designer, and Research Fellow, contributing to the development of user interfaces and design strategies.
Academic Background in Computer Science
Elisa pursued her academic studies at Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, where she earned both her Master's degree and PhD in Computer Science. She completed her Master's degree from 2010 to 2012 and her PhD from 2013 to 2018. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in computer science principles, which she applies in her UX design and research work.
Teaching Experience
In addition to her design and research roles, Elisa has experience in academia. She served as a professor at CESAR School in 2019 for 11 months, where she shared her knowledge and expertise in UX design with students. This role allowed her to contribute to the education of future professionals in the field.
Early Career Development
Elisa began her career in UX and design roles at various organizations, including Inove Informática and Rede Bus TV. At Inove Informática, she worked as a Team Leader and User Interface Designer from 2009 to 2010. Her early experiences helped shape her skills in front-end engineering and design, laying the groundwork for her future roles in the industry.