Siyu (Pansy) Jia
About Siyu (Pansy) Jia
Siyu (Pansy) Jia is a Senior Experience Designer at Thoughtworks, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in UX design and research, she specializes in Human-computer Interaction and values interdisciplinary collaboration.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Siyu (Pansy) Jia currently holds the position of Senior Experience Designer at ThoughtWorks, a role she has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, she focuses on enhancing user experiences through design strategies that prioritize user needs. Her work involves applying her expertise in human-computer interaction to create intuitive and effective design solutions.
Previous Experience at ThoughtWorks
Prior to her current role, Siyu worked at ThoughtWorks as an Experience Designer from 2019 to 2021. During her two years in this position, she contributed to various projects that aimed to improve user engagement and satisfaction. Her experience at ThoughtWorks laid the foundation for her current responsibilities in senior design.
Educational Background
Siyu holds multiple degrees, including a Bachelor of Arts in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs from Renmin University of China. She also earned a Master of Science in New Media from The Chinese University of Hong Kong and a Master of Science in Information from the University of Michigan. This diverse educational background supports her specialization in user experience and design.
Professional Experience in UX Design
Siyu has accumulated extensive experience in UX design across various organizations. She worked as a UX Consultant (co-op) at Yahoo Finance in 2018, a Product Designer at Sift, and a UX Researcher & Designer at the University of Michigan. Additionally, she served as a Product Management Fellow at the University of Michigan, further enhancing her skills in interdisciplinary collaboration and user-centered design.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Design Philosophy
Siyu values interdisciplinary collaboration and embraces thoughtful disagreement in her work. She believes in creating simple yet compelling designs that are user-centric and problem-solving oriented. Her approach integrates user research, data insights, and business strategies, reflecting her commitment to effective design practices.