VICK REKHI
Portfolio: vickrekhi.com | Email: vickrekhi@gmail.com | LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/vickrekhi | US Citizen
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Innovative and detail-oriented Senior UX Developer with a unique fusion of technical expertise, creative vision,
and storytelling. Over five years of experience delivering user-centric, scalable, and accessible digital solutions
for government and enterprise clients. Adept at blending front-end development, UI/UX design, and user
research to create intuitive interfaces and impactful customer experiences. Proven ability to lead cross-
functional teams, mentor junior developers, and spearhead high-impact design initiatives. Expertise in aligning
design strategies with organizational goals, enhancing user engagement, and optimizing product performance.
Seeking opportunities that merge creativity with technology in roles such as Senior Product Designer, Creative
Technologist, or Innovation Specialist.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Front-End Development: React.js, Angular, Vue.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, SASS,
Bootstrap, Vite
• UI/UX Design: Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, InVision, Dreamweaver
• User Research: User Testing, Focus Groups, Surveys, Web Analytics
• Accessibility & Compliance: Section 508, WCAG Standards
• Back-End Proficiency: Java, Python, MySQL, Oracle SQL
• Agile Development & Project Management: JIRA, Trello, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, SourceTree
• Creative Tools: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro)
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
• Delivered a complete UI/UX redesign for DOJ systems, improving user efficiency and compliance with
AWS cloud migration policies.
• Set new benchmarks for visual quality and design implementation on cross-functional projects,
enhancing product usability and user satisfaction.
• Implemented advanced form validation tools that reduced user error rates by 70%, ensuring seamless
user experiences.
• Designed and deployed a 508-compliant HUD grant approval system, accelerating fund approvals for
10,000+ users.
• Developed scalable, reusable components for design systems, improving consistency and reducing
design debt across platforms.
• Orchestrated usability testing and prototyping strategies that improved satisfaction scores by 40%
across various projects.
• Produced over 50 multimedia projects, demonstrating storytelling expertise and fostering collaboration
in cross-functional teams.
• Mentored junior designers and developers, fostering an environment of continuous learning and
innovation within the team.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Senior UX Developer
Effectual | April 2021 – Present
• Led the design and development of user-friendly web interfaces for the Department of Justice,
implementing innovative solutions that set new benchmarks for user experience across multiple agency
portfolios.
• Utilized React.js and styled-components to modernize legacy systems, ensuring compatibility with AWS
cloud migration standards and reducing deployment times by 30%.
• Collaborated with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to deliver agile solutions, ensuring
alignment with organizational goals and user needs.
• Defined and executed a comprehensive design strategy, presenting visionary ideas to executives and
influencing project direction to align with broader business objectives.
• Conducted accessibility audits and ensured compliance with Section 508 and WCAG standards,
making platforms accessible to diverse audiences, including those with disabilities.
• Designed interactive prototypes using Figma and Adobe XD, integrating user feedback to improve
design iterations and project outcomes.
• Introduced new design frameworks that streamlined project workflows, cutting development cycles by
20%.
UX Engineer
Digital Management, Inc. (DMI) | December 2018 – April 2021
• Revamped HUD's grant management systems to improve efficiency, achieving a same-week
completion rate for critical processes.
• Designed comprehensive low-to-high fidelity prototypes to address user pain points and optimize
workflows for 10,000+ users.
• Collaborated closely with UXR, Product Managers, and Data Scientists to create seamless, data-driven
user experiences that improved adoption rates.
• Integrated usability testing feedback into development cycles, partnering with QA teams to ensure
optimal functionality and engagement.
• Conducted focus groups and surveys to gather insights, translating findings into actionable design
improvements.
• Spearheaded the development of a scalable design system, ensuring consistency across projects and
reducing onboarding time for new team members by 40%.
Media Producer
Latin E | January 2018 – October 2019
• Produced, edited, and delivered multimedia projects, elevating digital marketing campaigns to reach
wider audiences.
• Managed production schedules and led teams in creating high-quality content for corporate
stakeholders.
• Trained and mentored interns, improving production workflows and fostering creativity within the team.
• Collaborated with marketing teams to align multimedia content with branding strategies, increasing
client engagement metrics.
EDUCATION
B.S. in Computer Science, Minor in Fine Arts
George Washington University | January 2014 – May 2018
UX Design Professional Certification
Google | 2021
• Relevant Coursework: Start the UX Design Process, Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity Prototypes,
Conduct UX Research, Create High-Fidelity Designs
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Programming Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java
• Frameworks/Libraries: React.js, Angular, Vue.js, JQuery, Bootstrap
• Design Tools: Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, InVision
• Version Control: Git, GitHub, Bitbucket, SourceTree
• Methodologies: Agile, Scrum, Kanban
