# Ed Chen

> Product Designer

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/edchen

I design trading and compliance systems where a single validation error can cost users real money.

Over 4+ years at ACY Securities / ZeroLogix, I built the design infrastructure for a global trading platform — 100K+ users, 40+ countries, 5 product lines, and regulatory frameworks spanning ASIC, FCA, and ESMA.

Key outcomes:
• Design system reduced component implementation time by ~33% and engineering misuse from 30% to <8%
• 20+ campaign pages shipped from brief to production in 2-3 days (design + code)
• Behavioral research (Hotjar, 170+ sessions) used to align Legal and Engineering with data, not opinions
• Awwwards Nominee — a cross-functional team achievement

Beyond ACY, I built PawsRoam — a pet-friendly travel platform live in Tokyo — from research through React frontend to deployment.

Open to Senior Product Designer roles. Strongest in: Design Systems, Regulatory UX, Data-Dense Interfaces.

Available in New York, San Francisco, or Tokyo (relocation & remote considered).

Portfolio: edwson.com

## Work Experience
### Product Designer @ ZeroLogix
Jan 2022 – Present
🏆 KEY ACHIEVEMENTS:
- ACY Securities homepage redesign → Awwwards design nomination
- Led comprehensive UX overhaul for FinLogix platform serving 100K+ traders  
- Designed ACYVerse: AI-powered social trading platform with gamification elements
- Created design system serving 5+ product lines, improving development efficiency 40%
- Built prototype animations on CodePen, streamlining developer handoff process

ACY Securities – 2024 Homepage Refresh
Redesigned the ACY Securities homepage for 2024, focusing on improving usability and visual appeal. Leveraged my css animation knowledge to prototype interactive animations on CodePen(https://codepen.io/Edwson), streamlining collaboration with front-end developers by providing reusable, implementation-ready code.

ACYVerse
Currently designing a comprehensive platform for ACYVerse that integrates:
Trading Features: Social trading, AI-powered tools, and trading interfaces.
User Engagement: News sections, point shop, and a story-driven experience.
Interactive Design: Aiming to deliver an innovative and engaging platform for traders and investors.

FinLogix
Enhanced multiple aspects of the FinLogix platform, a leader in trading tools and market insights:
Improved UX for the homepage, news section, and trading charts.
Developed a business site, glossary, economic calendar, widgets, and localized the platform for FinLogix JP.

ACY Trading PLatform/ Logixtrader
Designed a user-friendly trading platform tailored to both novice and experienced traders, featuring:
Advanced tools for order execution, risk management, and market analysis.
Interactive charting tools, indicators, and customization options to enhance usability.

### Founder & Developer @ PawsRoam
Jan 2025 – Present | Tokyo, Japan
Building the world's most trusted pet-friendly ecosystem from the ground up. Leading end-to-end product development, UX design, and strategic vision for a platform that serves millions of urban pet owners.
Key Achievements:

Designed and launched comprehensive mobile app (iOS & Android) featuring map-centric interface, hyper-detailed venue filters, and AI-powered recommendations
Built PawsSafe Network - connecting pet owners with certified emergency care providers 24/7

Architected scalable tech stack: React Native frontend, Firebase backend, integrated Google Maps API, with future AI/ML capabilities

Product Philosophy:
Combining meticulous attention to detail with deep empathy for pet owners' needs. Every feature solves real pain points - from finding genuinely pet-welcoming venues to providing emergency care access and building supportive communities.

### Full Stack Developer @ Christie's
Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | San Francisco Bay Area
🏆 AWARD-WINNING RESULTS:
- Blog redesign → 20% increase in page views + Hermes Platinum Award
- Workflow optimization → Streamlined content ops for global teams  
- CRM integration → Enhanced sales/marketing data flow via REST APIs
- Prototyping leadership → Figma to production pipeline establishment

Developed and maintained the blog at Christie’s International Real Estate using PHP, CSS, JavaScript, and React. Key achievements include:

Standardized Workflows: Established clear upload and download SOPs for agents, designers, and developers, streamlining content management.
Enhanced User Experience: Redesigned the blog page, improving usability and aesthetics, leading to a 20% increase in page views.
Prototyping & Stakeholder Collaboration: Designed feature prototypes in Figma and presented them for approval, ensuring intuitive and competitive website updates.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Developed complex SQL queries to extract actionable insights, supporting informed business strategies.
CRM Integration: Integrated Salesforce CRM via REST APIs, optimizing data flow between the website and marketing/sales teams.


## Education
### Master of Fine Arts - MFA in Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
Academy of Art University

### Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA in Industrial and Product Design
Academy of Art University


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/ed-chen-saas
- Website: http://edwson.com/
- Website: https://pawsroam.com
- Website: https://github.com/Edwson

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Last updated: 2026-04-05