# Aby Joe Kottoor > Product Designer | MS HCI @ Georgia Tech | Product Manager Location: San Francisco, California, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/abyjoekottoor Product Designer with 3+ years of experience creating user-centered solutions for AI-powered tools, robotics, and healthcare applications. Shipped 20+ products, leading end-to-end development from ideation to launch. Skilled in UX research, agile project management, and cross-functional collaboration, with a passion for designing inclusive, impactful products. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Human-Computer Interaction at Georgia Tech, specializing in interactive system design and user experience research. Actively seeking a full-time role in Product Design or Product Management, where I can apply my expertise in human-centered design, AI-driven solutions, and strategic product development. ## Work Experience ### User Experience Designer @ Analog Devices Jan 2025 – Present | Boston, MA Led end-to-end design of an interactive dashboard for real-time tactile sensor visualization from a robotic hand as the sole designer on the DexAI team; translated complex multimodal data into an intuitive control interface by deeply understanding stakeholder needs across robotics, AI, and product teams. Designed and delivered a polished demo application for NVIDIA GTC, enabling live interaction, AI behavior monitoring, and clear communication of DexAI’s tactile sensing capabilities to both technical and executive audiences. ### Product Designer @ Emory Healthcare Jan 2025 – Jan 2025 | Atlanta Metropolitan Area At Emory’s AppHatchery, I create digital health solutions that empower patients, clinicians, and researchers. My work spans the entire product lifecycle, from discovery to deployment and beyond. Design and launch 0→1 healthcare applications, including patient-facing tools, clinical trial platforms, and AI-enabled solutions. Drive products from concept to deployment, ensuring usability, scalability, and clinical relevance. Partner with clinicians, researchers, and patients to define product requirements through user research and co-design. Lead end-to-end design: ideation, wireframing, iterative prototyping, usability testing, and implementation support. Shape project planning, system architecture discussions, and product strategy. Optimize post-release performance through user feedback, analytics, and continuous iteration. ### Product Designer | Masters Project @ Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | Atlanta, Georgia, United States Developing a mobile app to empower caregivers of children with Type 1 diabetes through personalized education and emergency decision support. Leading user research and co-designing with doctors, diabetes educators, and caregivers to develop user journeys, prototypes, and a seamless user experience tailored to real-world needs. ### Graduate Research Assistant, Ka Moamoa @ Georgia Institute of Technology Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | United States Designed a network mapping web platform to foster collaboration among 3,000+ researchers and 1,000+ community partners. Conducted 12 user interviews, 3 focus groups, and 2 workshops, uncovering 15+ insights and performing competitor analysis to shape platform features. Prototyped a profile directory and data visualization tools, achieving a 95% usability satisfaction rate through 11 iterative user tests. Developed the system architecture and a scalable design system, ensuring consistency and seamless handoff, while working with developers to build it. ### Product Designer (Sponsored Project) @ Carputty Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 Revamped decision-making features and data visualization for an LLM-powered AI vehicle valuation tool, enhancing user trust and engagement through insights from user research, competitor analysis, and stakeholder collaboration. Designed a high-fidelity prototype and conducted heuristic analysis and user testing, achieving a 90% task completion rate. Optimized the explainability of AI-generated predictions, improving transparency and user confidence in car buying and selling decisions. ### Product Manager @ HoloWorld Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 | Mysore, Karnataka, India Led the redesign and development of HoloSuit, a modular motion-capturing wearable, managing a cross-functional team of 12 and delivering 45 units to global clients like Lockheed Martin and GE, following Agile methodologies. Developed an intuitive mobile dashboard for real-time monitoring, improving calibration efficiency and achieving an 80% task completion success rate in user testing. Oversaw timelines, resources, and deliverables, ensuring an on-time launch aligned with business goals and user needs. Awarded ‘HoloStar’ Employee of the Month for driving innovation and execution excellence. ### Product Designer @ HoloWorld Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Mysore, Karnataka, India Designed a user-centered lower-body exoskeleton for rehabilitation, prioritizing accessibility, comfort, and intuitive interaction for patients and caregivers. Conducted UX research with patients and clinicians to uncover pain points, informing prototype development and usability improvements. Designed a real-time monitoring interface to enhance patient motivation, clinician insights, and long-term adherence. ### Product Designer @ Invento Robotics Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Autonomous Elderly Care Robot - Mitra: Designed and developed Mitra, an autonomous robot for elderly care, making a positive impact on over 150 individuals across the United States, Singapore, and India. Key Achievements: Global Reach: Deployed across three countries, serving the elderly population with personalized care. Interaction Metrics: Recorded over 500 smiles and facilitated 20,000 interactions monthly, fostering a positive environment. Fall Response Enhancement: Achieved a 90% improvement in the average fall response time, ensuring prompt assistance for elderly individuals. Contributions to Product Lifecycle: End-to-End Involvement: Contributed to the entire product lifecycle, spanning user research, conceptualization, design, and manufacturing. Digital Interface Design: Ensured accessibility for elderly users, focusing on an intuitive digital interface to enhance user experience. Global Recognition: Event Presentations: Presented Mitra at prestigious global events, including AWS Invent, showcasing its innovation and impact. Media Presence: Featured in prominent media outlets such as CNN, Reuters, Wired, and The Guardian, highlighting Mitra's significance in autonomous elderly care. The development and recognition of Mitra underscore the commitment to creating impactful solutions, and improving the lives of the elderly through cutting-edge technology and thoughtful design considerations. ### Product Development Intern @ Invento Robotics Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Bengaluru Area, India ### Robotics Research Intern @ Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Designed a compact Autonomous Underwater Vehicle. ### Team Member @ Alphabot Jan 2016 – Jan 2020 | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Building a self-driven, next-generation learning-cum-networking community to bridge the gap between industry and students. ### Technical Intern and Workshop Trainer, Li2 Innovations / Cisco thingQbator @ li2-innovations Jan 2016 – Jan 2019 | India 1. Workshop trainer for high school and undergraduate students on robotics & connected devices. I also develop content for Li2’s learning management system. 2. Workshop trainer in several Cisco-hosted robotics workshops for high school students. ## Education ### Georgia Tech, MS in Human-Computer Interaction (MS-HCI) ### Master's degree in Human Computer Interaction Georgia Institute of Technology ### Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering BMS Institute of Technology and Management ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abykottoor - Portfolio: https://abyjoe.com --- Source: https://flows.cv/abyjoekottoor JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/abyjoekottoor/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-13