Yuri Pessa
About Yuri Pessa
Yuri Pessa is the Head of Design at Thoughtworks, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in UI/UX design and experience design, with previous roles at Shippify Inc and Trakto, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design from UEMG.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Yuri Pessa serves as the Head of Design at ThoughtWorks, a position he has held since 2021. He works in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil. In this role, he leads design initiatives and strategies, focusing on integrating technology and design to enhance user experiences. His leadership aims to elevate ThoughtWorks' reputation in both technology and design.
Previous Experience at ThoughtWorks
Prior to his current role, Yuri Pessa worked at ThoughtWorks in various capacities. He was a Lead Experience Designer from 2019 to 2021 and a Senior Experience Designer from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he served as a Lead Experience Design Strategist for 11 months in 2021. His tenure at ThoughtWorks has contributed significantly to his expertise in design systems and agile methodologies.
Experience at Shippify Inc
Yuri Pessa held multiple positions at Shippify Inc. He started as a UI/UX Designer from 2015 to 2017, later advancing to Head of Design from 2017 to 2018. His work at Shippify Inc. involved developing user interfaces and enhancing user experiences, which laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in design leadership.
Educational Background
Yuri Pessa earned a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design from UEMG, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. His education provided him with a solid foundation in design principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various design roles.
Design Philosophy and Specializations
Yuri Pessa specializes in design systems and agile methodologies. He advocates for human-centric design, emphasizing the importance of understanding technology in his work. His creative inspiration draws from technology, games, movies, and series, and he has a passion for pixel perfection and motion design in interfaces.