I am Maryam, an energetic yet focus
UX Designer
Career and Personal Growth
The Timeline
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Where I’ve Been
From Cape Town to Dubai, 8+ years in UX and product design, I’ve worked across fintech, travel, ecommerce, and sustainability — each experience shaping how I solve problems and collaborate with teams. Every project taught me something new and pushed me to grow — personally and professionally.
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What I’ve Learned
My journey hasn’t been a straight line — it’s been shaped by both wins and hard lessons, each one helping me level up, bit by bit. I’ve worked in fast-paced companies with diverse teams, and every role has taught me something new — not just about design, but about people, purpose, and myself.
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Staying Grounded
What keeps me grounded is prioritizing my mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. Health and fitness are non-negotiables in my daily routine — they give me the clarity, energy, and resilience to show up fully as a designer, teammate, mom, and friend.
Travelling to span my horizons and keep an open mind to cultures and keep me grounded in gratitude.
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What I Value
I thrive in environments that value collaboration, respect, and transparency. I believe great design happens when teams are aligned, humans are considered, and ideas are challenged with kindness. No matter what the challenge, I always aim to bounce back with a smile 😊 — and bring people along with me.
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Still Growing
I don’t believe in “figuring it all out.” I believe in showing up, being open, and learning as you go. I’m still evolving — as a designer, a mother, a woman. I’m curious about what’s next, excited to build with people who lead with heart, and ready to keep leveling up — one lesson, one project, one connection at a time.
"Amazing experience working with Maryam. She’s an incredibly talented and driven individual who puts in a tremendous effort to get things done. She always places the customer at the heart of everything she does. She’s not afraid to share her thoughts and the reason for her designs. She is multi talented and goes the extra mile to understand and research the customer problem and ensures it’s understood at all levels. Great asset to any team."
Sameera Kajee, Senior Technology Strategy Manager at Accenture
