# Aaron Otani

> Sr. Staff UX Designer at Google

Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/aaronotani

Designer, researcher, and technologist with a strong background in human-centered design and digital media. A graduate of the Institute of Design with a focus on interaction design and design strategy, I aspire to collaborate effectively across both creative and business environments, creating products and experiences that delight users and enhance people’s lives.

## Work Experience
### Senior Staff UX Designer @ Google
Jan 2016 – Present

### Senior User Experience Designer @ Opower
Jan 2014 – Jan 2016 | San Francisco

### User Experience Design Intern @ Opower
Jan 2013 – Jan 2013 | San Francisco
Working on products and experiences that combine behavioral science and design to encourage people to use less energy. Researching, storyboarding, wireframing, prototyping, and lots of other good stuff.

### Design Fellow @ Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers
Jan 2013 – Jan 2013
Participated in the Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers inaugural design fellowship during the summer of 2013. Received guidance from numerous industry leaders in KPCB portfolio companies including direct mentorship from members of the KPCB Design Council.

### Senior Media Manager @ iCrossing
Jan 2009 – Jan 2012 | San Francisco
Provided leadership and strategic oversight across large-scale search, mobile, Facebook, and YouTube marketing campaigns. Clients included Fortune 500 companies spanning software, telecom, retail, and travel industries, representing $350M+ in annual online sales.


## Education
### Master of Design
IIT Institute of Design
Jan 2012 – Jan 2014

### B.A. in Architectural Design
Yale University
Jan 2004 – Jan 2008


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/aaronotani

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Last updated: 2026-03-25