Zarni Ko

Interaction Design / Service Design / Software Design / Digital Product Design

 

Multi-disciplinary Design leader who focuses on software and digital product design. Currently working at Jane Street in NYC supporting complex research & trading software development efforts. 

With over a decade of diverse experience spanning corporate giants like Meta Platforms, Raytheon Technologies, Squarespace, and Uber, coupled with consulting engagements at respectable firms like AKQA and R/GA, I am a seasoned Product Designer known for driving impactful design solutions. From leading Interaction and Product Design teams to spearheading projects for renowned brands like DirecTV, Nike Jordan Brand, Samsung, and Google, my expertise lies in crafting seamless user experiences across digital platforms and physical spaces. With a foundation in Industrial Design complemented by an MFA in Design Management, I bring a unique blend of creative vision and strategic acumen to every project. Passionate about mentorship and talent development, I've nurtured design teams and facilitated career growth while delivering innovative solutions that resonate with users and drive business success.

When I am not working on commercial things, I find joy in taking care of plants, eating ramen, making random objects and things.


Commercial Work

 

Jane Street //

Staff Product Designer


Meta Platforms //

Design Manager >> Staff Product Designer


Raytheon Technologies //

Associate Director of Interaction Design


Squarespace //

Senior product designer >> Product Design manager


Uber //

Lead product designer >> Senior product designer >> Design manager


AKQA //

UX Design Director


R/GA // UX

Design Director


AKQA //

Senior UX designer >> UX Design Director


Crispin Porter + Bogusky //

UX Designer


SCAD //

Academic / Freelance

 

Personal Work

 

Collections of images captured through my camera.


Collection of diagrams and systemic illustrations.


Exploration of shapes and patterns on foam trays.


Sound >

Exploring the sonic landscape as a ritual to search for healing ambient sounds.


Collection of Art and Design work with different mediums,


Miscellaneous

 

The living spaces of Zarni.


Thoughts and philosophy on why people should avoid branded items.


Collection of interesting things found on the internet.