# Atasay Ugras > Product Designer | Junior React Developer | Thought partner | EdTech • GenAI • Web3 | UX Architecture • Accessibility • Design Systems Location: Ankara, Türkiye Profile: https://flows.cv/atasay With over 9 years of industry experience, I'm a product designer passionate about bridging design and development. My journey includes two and a half years crafting cutting-edge Web3 products at a Silicon Valley startup, and I'm currently helping shape the future of education through AI-powered edTech at Constructor Tech. As a lifelong learner, I've expanded my skill set through full-stack web development, working with React and various web technologies. This technical foundation, combined with my design expertise, allows me to effectively collaborate with engineering teams while continuing to grow as a UX engineer. Let's connect and explore opportunities at the intersection of design and technology! ## Work Experience ### Product Designer @ Constructor Tech Jan 2023 – Present At this international, AI/ML-focused company specializing in higher education and enterprise training, played a key role in unifying a suite of fragmented products into a cohesive learning platform. Contributed to platform-wide AI integration, product refinement, and user experience enhancements across multiple tools. Constructor Learn (formerly LMS) – Improved and maintained a comprehensive learning management system designed for corporate training, onboarding, compliance, and higher education. Focused on delivering interactive, collaborative, and data-driven learning experiences, with seamless third-party integrations (Google Calendar, Outlook, Slack, etc.). Compose – Contributed to the evolution of Compose, a content authoring tool initially embedded in the LMS. Enabled educators and training professionals to create high-quality, standards-aligned online courses using AI-driven content generation, adaptive quizzes, and traceable references. Supported content repurposing, collaborative authoring, and LMS export. Practice (formerly Virtual Labs and Coding Labs) – Helped advance Constructor Practice, a real-world IT and coding training environment with cloud-based labs, auto-grading, multi-language support, and collaboration tools for scalable education in Python, R, Java, and more. AI/ML Platform Unification – Actively involved in the platform-wide initiative to unify and modernize all tools under a single, AI-enhanced ecosystem. Contributed to embedding intelligent features like adaptive learning, real-time analytics, skill-based course recommendations, and digital mentor agents to enhance learner engagement and retention. Played a central role in transforming fragmented learning tools into an integrated, AI-powered platform serving universities, enterprises, and certification programs across the globe. ### Design Team Lead @ Hypernet Labs Jan 2020 – Jan 2023 At this Silicon Valley startup, led the end-to-end design and user experience for multiple cutting-edge Web3 and cloud-computing platforms. Served as UX lead, managing a team of 3 designers and taking ownership of design strategy, product flows, and user interaction across all initiatives. Hypernet Protocol – Contributed to the design and development of the Hypernet Protocol, a foundational Web3 ecosystem helping transition the tech industry from Web2 to decentralized Web3 infrastructure. The protocol supported applications such as Galileo and Hypernet ID, offering secure, interoperable services powered by blockchain. Galileo – Designed and shaped the user experience for Galileo, a cloud services marketplace enabling scientists and analysts to access scalable computing power. Integrated both crypto and traditional payment systems to support seamless transactions between buyers and sellers of computing services. Hypernet ID – Crafted intuitive, privacy-respecting flows for Hypernet ID, a secure, reusable digital identity in the form of a non-transferable NFT. It enabled frictionless onboarding through one-time KYC, with reusable verification across multiple third-party Web3 services. White-labeled Airdrop SaaS – Led design for a white-label platform enabling companies to launch branded token airdrops. Focused on flexibility, branding consistency, and smooth onboarding for non-technical users. In this fast-paced startup environment, combined deep user empathy with strategic design thinking to make emerging blockchain technologies accessible and intuitive for everyday users. ### UX/UI Designer @ Sebit Information & Education Technologies Inc. Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Ankara, Turkey Contributed to the development of large-scale EdTech platforms, delivering impactful solutions for both K12 education and professional learning. Played a central role in the creation and enhancement of: Vcloud – A K12 social education platform designed for primary schools, supporting safe collaboration, content sharing, and classroom interaction. EBA (Education Information Network) – A major public education initiative developed in collaboration with Sebit and the Ministry of Education. Became the most visited educational platform in Turkey during the pandemic, providing free access to remote learning for millions of students. Beyond core learning features, took an active role in building B2B functionalities focused on career development and continuous learning for professionals. Developed and maintained institution-level analytics tools offering nationwide insights into school performance, including high schools. Significantly contributed to the school management ecosystem, with a particular focus on institution management features. Helped design and implement role-based capabilities for: Institution Managers (e.g., regional heads overseeing multiple campuses like "Doğa Koleji") School Managers (e.g., principals of individual schools under an institution) Instructors (teachers and educators delivering content and assessments) Ensured that each user role had the appropriate access, control, and tools to manage their responsibilities effectively within the platform. ### Jr. UX/UI Designer @ Abdullah Gül University Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | Kayseri, Turkey Worked in the university’s Press and Communications Department, where I was responsible for maintaining and evolving the visual identity of the university across digital platforms. Designed UI elements and layouts for the university’s official website, ensuring consistency with the institution’s branding. Created visual content for events such as open days, conferences, and promotional activities, supporting communication goals with clear and engaging design. Actively contributed to improving the user experience of the university’s web presence while aligning with accessibility and design standards. ### UI Designer @ IF Concept Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | Ankara, Turkey At this creative agency, I focused on crafting digital design solutions for a portfolio of prestigious construction companies in Ankara. This role laid the groundwork for my later shift into product design, as I honed my skills in designing for user interaction, brand consistency, and digital-first experiences. Designed and delivered responsive website interfaces tailored to clients’ brand identities, blending visual appeal with usability. Worked on digital billboard visuals and other screen-based marketing materials, adapting messaging for large-format, dynamic digital displays (DOOH). Collaborated on the digital evolution of brand identities, ensuring consistency across web, mobile, and social platforms. Gained hands-on experience in crafting design systems, maintaining visual coherence across multiple touchpoints. Developed an early understanding of user flow, visual hierarchy, and screen-based storytelling, which became central to my transition into product design. ## Education ### Bachelor's degree in Design and Visual Communications, General Bahcesehir University ### Özel Bilkent Lisesi ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/atasay --- Source: https://flows.cv/atasay JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/atasay/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-31