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More about me

I’m Shalvi, a product designer living and working in the Bay Area. The only reason I am willing to pay California taxes is the sun—pure, golden, and entirely worth it. Nothing fills me with more unexplainable joy.

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I’ve only ever known design. It started with industrial design, then morphed into interaction, and along the way it’s been a joyride of problem-solving, creative pivots, and being the “first designer” everywhere I go. In the 7+ working years I’ve crafted for play, untangled supply chain operations and built an ecosystem for startup founders to grow their ideas. To me, design goes beyond aesthetics—it's a system-driven, impactful, and inclusive philosophy that enriches people's lives.

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Over the years, I’ve led design at early-stage companies, shaping not just products but entire design functions from the ground up. I’ve worked closely with founders, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams, advocating for users first while aligning with business goals. Whether crafting seamless experiences or navigating complex stakeholder conversations, my approach has always been the same—design with clarity, impact, and the people who use it at the center. Now I’m here, wondering what’s next?

My design tenets

Curiosity

'Why' has always been my favourite question to ask in general and I carry that into my work as a designer.

Validation

Data tells the real story and as a designer, I always lean on the numbers to support my decisions.

Trade off

I believe design is about balancing user needs and business goals responsibly, ensuring neither is compromised for the other.

Noah's archive

Designing for gender identity and its impact on middle schoolers
In Bloom

A digital scrapbook helping middle schoolers in their gender exploration journey.

Designing to literate young adults on financial decisions

A platform connecting young adults with financial mentors who can provide financial advice at an early age.

Designing for sustainable ocean alliance and its youth leaders around the world

Buoy is a platform extension offered by Sustainable Ocean Alliance to onboard their global leader community.

Designing for chronic illnesses like diabetes

A medical ecosystem providing care and support to patients suffering from Type 2 diabetes.

Designing for stories of home, a podcast for immigrants, by immigrants

A storytelling podcast connecting the marginalised communities with mainstream America.

✽ When not working you’ll find me exploring a new craft, hosting my boardgame group, or diving into a humanities class at Foothill! âœ½ 

shalvi sharma portfolio

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