# Katelyn Duncan

> Senior UX Designer | Design Systems

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

http://katelynduncan.com/

With a Master's degree in Human Computer Interaction and a steadfast commitment to enhancing user experiences, my tenure at NASA Ames Research Center is marked by the pursuit of design excellence. At the core of my work is the integration of research and technology to create intuitive interfaces that resonate with users.

I have more than eight years of experience working as a digital product designer spanning startups, small businesses, and enterprise organizations. I'm interested in positions that will accelerate my growth as a designer and enable me to collaborate with others in solving problems in new and interesting ways.

I have experience with design systems, UX and product design, user research as well as with a variety of programming languages including HTML, CSS, jquery, JavaScript, node.js, gulp, sass, bootstrap, ejs templating, python, CakePHP react, and Ruby. I love making accessible digital products and have a passion for learning new, creative ways to solve problems. This passion motivates me to continuously research and try new technologies, enhancing my skills and furthering my knowledge base. 

I bring a unique perspective to the technology industry, having a background in human services, writing, technology training and nonprofit management training. I value the human side of technology. Creating a positive user experience is my top priority in every project. I'm continually striving to refine my skills and expand my expertise in this area.

I'm looking for Product and UX Design roles. Let's connect!

## Work Experience
### Senior UX Designer @ BARBRI
Jan 2026 – Present

### Senior User Experience Designer @ Techcyte
Jan 2024 – Jan 2026

### Senior UX Designer and Researcher (SJSURF) @ NASA Ames Research Center
Jan 2020 – Jan 2024 | San Jose, California, United States

### Product Designer @ Macrostax
Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Boulder, CO

### UX Design and Technical Lead MHCI Capstone @ Zazzle
Jan 2019 – Jan 2019
Working with a team of 6 designers to explore collaboration and creativity in a digital space. Lead strategic planning, manage project timeline, oversee code workflow, conduct research, build and execute prototyping and user testing, UX Design, UI kit creation and implementation.

This project was completed in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University's Master of Human Computer Interaction program.

### MHCI Student @ Carnegie Mellon University - School of Computer Science - Human-Computer Interaction Institute
Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Greater Pittsburgh Area

### Frontend Developer and UX Designer @ Proper Digital
Jan 2017 – Jan 2018
Design and develop websites for small businesses
Provide branding packages
Client relations

### UX/UI Designer and Frontend Developer @ SideDoor
Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | Boulder, Colorado
Design, develop, manage frontend of product
UX/UI design
Frontend development
Interaction design
Service design
Product design
User testing
Data analysis

### UX/UI Designer and Frontend Developer Intern @ SideDoor
Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 | Boulder, Colorado

### Development Associate @ Child and Family Support Center
Jan 2014 – Jan 2014 | Logan, Utah
Grant writing
Grant management

### AmeriCorps VISTA:Development Coordinator USU TEAM After School Program @ Utah Campus Compact
Jan 2013 – Jan 2014 | Logan, Utah
Web Development
Community outreach  
Marketing 
Graphic design
Training of volunteers and nonprofit leaders
Strategic planning
Fundraising
Curriculum development


## Education
### Master's degree in Human Computer Interaction
Carnegie Mellon University

### Master of Education (MEd) in Organizational Leadership
Northcentral University

### Bachelor of Science in International Studies: Conflict, Nationalism, Power Structure
University of Utah

### Front End Web Development
WebLab Web Development Bootcamp

### Web Development
Skillcrush


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/duncankatelyn
- Portfolio: http://katelynduncan.com
- GitHub: https://github.com/kjduncan

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Last updated: 2026-04-13