Hello!
Hola!
வணக்கம்
नमस्ते
你好
Ni-kay-tha-na or you can call me Nike! :)
Did you know Nike actually means Goddess of Victory in Greek? Pretty cool, huh?
I'm a self-taught designer who focuses on building the right product, experiences and I ask a lot of 'Why?'. That might make me a bit annoying but it's the curiosity that drives me to do more.
I'm a self-taught designer who focuses on building the right product, experiences and I ask a lot of 'Why?'. That might make me a bit annoying but it's the curiosity that drives me to do more.
What people say about me,
What people say about me,
Nikethana is a fantastic web designer! I got to work with her on designing the website for Techstarts Startup Weekend 2024 where she took on the role of Lead Designer. I was impressed by her insights on how users navigated web experiences. She clearly cared about ours users getting what they need.
I would absolutely work with her again.
Brian Autumn,
Principle Software Engg.,
FidelityI worked with Nikethana
I wanted to express my gratitude for your guidance and support throughout the User Experience Design course this semester. Your insights and feedback were invaluable and greatly enhanced my learning experience. I appreciate the time and effort you put into ensuring we understood the course material and how to apply it in practical scenarios. Your approachable and encouraging nature made a significant difference in my studies.
Thank you once again for your dedication and for being such a positive influence in our learning journey.
Qianyi Xu, Student
Nikethana mentored me
I had the pleasure of working alongside Nikethana as she was a TA for my Spring 2023 User Experience Design and Testing course at Northeastern University. …….
In the classroom, Nikethana's proactive approach significantly enriched the learning environment. She fostering a supportive atmosphere where students felt empowered to seek guidance and continually improve their work. I was impressed by suggestions she made that helped improve the course in meaningful ways. ……
Having Nikethana as a teaching assistant was an excellent experience. Her dedication, proactive mindset, collaborative spirit, and commitment to ongoing improvement make her an invaluable asset to any organization.
Peter McKeown,
Design Leader, Meta /
Part-time ProfessorNikethana worked for me
I want to sincerely thank you for your exceptional support as a Teaching Assistant. Your deep understanding of Figma and your readiness to assist beyond scheduled TA hours have significantly enriched my learning experience. Your availability and insights have been truly invaluable.
Your dedication to student success is commendable, and your mentorship has been a crucial part of my academic journey. Thank you for all the guidance and support you've provided; it has profoundly impacted my studies.
Ronak Mahidharia, Student
Nikethana mentored me
Nikethana is a fantastic web designer! I got to work with her on designing the website for Techstarts Startup Weekend 2024 where she took on the role of Lead Designer. I was impressed by her insights on how users navigated web experiences. She clearly cared about ours users getting what they need.
I would absolutely work with her again.Brian Autumn,
Principle Software Engg.,
FidelityI worked with Nikethana
I wanted to express my gratitude for your guidance and support throughout the User Experience Design course this semester. Your insights and feedback were invaluable and greatly enhanced my learning experience. I appreciate the time and effort you put into ensuring we understood the course material and how to apply it in practical scenarios. Your approachable and encouraging nature made a significant difference in my studies.
Thank you once again for your dedication and for being such a positive influence in our learning journey.Qianyi Xu, Student
Nikethana mentored me
I had the pleasure of working alongside Nikethana as she was a TA for my Spring 2023 User Experience Design and Testing course at Northeastern University. …….
In the classroom, Nikethana's proactive approach significantly enriched the learning environment. She fostering a supportive atmosphere where students felt empowered to seek guidance and continually improve their work. I was impressed by suggestions she made that helped improve the course in meaningful ways. ……
Having Nikethana as a teaching assistant was an excellent experience. Her dedication, proactive mindset, collaborative spirit, and commitment to ongoing improvement make her an invaluable asset to any organization.Peter McKeown,
Design Leader, Meta /
Part-time ProfessorNikethana worked for me
I want to sincerely thank you for your exceptional support as a Teaching Assistant. Your deep understanding of Figma and your readiness to assist beyond scheduled TA hours have significantly enriched my learning experience. Your availability and insights have been truly invaluable.
Your dedication to student success is commendable, and your mentorship has been a crucial part of my academic journey. Thank you for all the guidance and support you've provided; it has profoundly impacted my studies.Ronak Mahidharia, Student
Nikethana mentored me
Nikethana is a fantastic web designer! I got to work with her on designing the website for Techstarts Startup Weekend 2024 where she took on the role of Lead Designer. I was impressed by her insights on how users navigated web experiences. She clearly cared about ours users getting what they need.
I would absolutely work with her again.Brian Autumn,
Principle Software Engg.,
FidelityI worked with Nikethana
I wanted to express my gratitude for your guidance and support throughout the User Experience Design course this semester. Your insights and feedback were invaluable and greatly enhanced my learning experience. I appreciate the time and effort you put into ensuring we understood the course material and how to apply it in practical scenarios. Your approachable and encouraging nature made a significant difference in my studies.
Thank you once again for your dedication and for being such a positive influence in our learning journey.Qianyi Xu, Student
Nikethana mentored me
I had the pleasure of working alongside Nikethana as she was a TA for my Spring 2023 User Experience Design and Testing course at Northeastern University. …….
In the classroom, Nikethana's proactive approach significantly enriched the learning environment. She fostering a supportive atmosphere where students felt empowered to seek guidance and continually improve their work. I was impressed by suggestions she made that helped improve the course in meaningful ways. ……
Having Nikethana as a teaching assistant was an excellent experience. Her dedication, proactive mindset, collaborative spirit, and commitment to ongoing improvement make her an invaluable asset to any organization.Peter McKeown,
Design Leader, Meta /
Part-time ProfessorNikethana worked for me
I want to sincerely thank you for your exceptional support as a Teaching Assistant. Your deep understanding of Figma and your readiness to assist beyond scheduled TA hours have significantly enriched my learning experience. Your availability and insights have been truly invaluable.
Your dedication to student success is commendable, and your mentorship has been a crucial part of my academic journey. Thank you for all the guidance and support you've provided; it has profoundly impacted my studies.Ronak Mahidharia, Student
Nikethana mentored me
Nikethana is a fantastic web designer! I got to work with her on designing the website for Techstarts Startup Weekend 2024 where she took on the role of Lead Designer. I was impressed by her insights on how users navigated web experiences. She clearly cared about ours users getting what they need.
I would absolutely work with her again.Brian Autumn,
Principle Software Engg.,
FidelityI worked with Nikethana
I wanted to express my gratitude for your guidance and support throughout the User Experience Design course this semester. Your insights and feedback were invaluable and greatly enhanced my learning experience. I appreciate the time and effort you put into ensuring we understood the course material and how to apply it in practical scenarios. Your approachable and encouraging nature made a significant difference in my studies.
Thank you once again for your dedication and for being such a positive influence in our learning journey.Qianyi Xu, Student
Nikethana mentored me
I had the pleasure of working alongside Nikethana as she was a TA for my Spring 2023 User Experience Design and Testing course at Northeastern University. …….
In the classroom, Nikethana's proactive approach significantly enriched the learning environment. She fostering a supportive atmosphere where students felt empowered to seek guidance and continually improve their work. I was impressed by suggestions she made that helped improve the course in meaningful ways. ……
Having Nikethana as a teaching assistant was an excellent experience. Her dedication, proactive mindset, collaborative spirit, and commitment to ongoing improvement make her an invaluable asset to any organization.Peter McKeown,
Design Leader, Meta /
Part-time ProfessorNikethana worked for me
I want to sincerely thank you for your exceptional support as a Teaching Assistant. Your deep understanding of Figma and your readiness to assist beyond scheduled TA hours have significantly enriched my learning experience. Your availability and insights have been truly invaluable.
Your dedication to student success is commendable, and your mentorship has been a crucial part of my academic journey. Thank you for all the guidance and support you've provided; it has profoundly impacted my studies.Ronak Mahidharia, Student
Nikethana mentored me
Nikethana is a fantastic web designer! I got to work with her on designing the website for Techstars Startup Weekend 2024 where she took on the role of Lead Designer. I was impressed by her insights on how users navigated web experiences. She clearly cared about our users getting what they need.
I would absolutely work with her again.Brian Autumn,
Principle Software Engg., FidelityI worked with Nikethana
I wanted to express my gratitude for your guidance and support throughout the User Experience Design course this semester. Your insights and feedback were invaluable and greatly enhanced my learning experience. I appreciate the time and effort you put into ensuring we understood the course material and how to apply it in practical scenarios. Your approachable and encouraging nature made a significant difference in my studies.
Thank you once again for your dedication and for being such a positive influence in our learning journey.Qianyi Xu, Student
Nikethana mentored me
I had the pleasure of working alongside Nikethana as she was a TA for my Spring 2023 User Experience Design and Testing course at Northeastern University. …….
In the classroom, Nikethana's proactive approach significantly enriched the learning environment. She fostering a supportive atmosphere where students felt empowered to seek guidance and continually improve their work. I was impressed by suggestions she made that helped improve the course in meaningful ways. ……
Having Nikethana as a teaching assistant was an excellent experience. Her dedication, proactive mindset, collaborative spirit, and commitment to ongoing improvement make her an invaluable asset to any organization.Peter McKeown,
Design Leader, Meta / Part-time ProfessorNikethana worked for me
I want to sincerely thank you for your exceptional support as a Teaching Assistant. Your deep understanding of Figma and your readiness to assist beyond scheduled TA hours have significantly enriched my learning experience. Your availability and insights have been truly invaluable.
Your dedication to student success is commendable, and your mentorship has been a crucial part of my academic journey. Thank you for all the guidance and support you've provided; it has profoundly impacted my studies.Ronak Mahidharia, Student
Nikethana mentored me
Nikethana is a fantastic web designer! I got to work with her on designing the website for Techstars Startup Weekend 2024 where she took on the role of Lead Designer. I was impressed by her insights on how users navigated web experiences. She clearly cared about our users getting what they need.
I would absolutely work with her again.Brian Autumn,
Principle Software Engg., FidelityI worked with Nikethana
I wanted to express my gratitude for your guidance and support throughout the User Experience Design course this semester. Your insights and feedback were invaluable and greatly enhanced my learning experience. I appreciate the time and effort you put into ensuring we understood the course material and how to apply it in practical scenarios. Your approachable and encouraging nature made a significant difference in my studies.
Thank you once again for your dedication and for being such a positive influence in our learning journey.Qianyi Xu, Student
Nikethana mentored me
I had the pleasure of working alongside Nikethana as she was a TA for my Spring 2023 User Experience Design and Testing course at Northeastern University. …….
In the classroom, Nikethana's proactive approach significantly enriched the learning environment. She fostering a supportive atmosphere where students felt empowered to seek guidance and continually improve their work. I was impressed by suggestions she made that helped improve the course in meaningful ways. ……
Having Nikethana as a teaching assistant was an excellent experience. Her dedication, proactive mindset, collaborative spirit, and commitment to ongoing improvement make her an invaluable asset to any organization.Peter McKeown,
Design Leader, Meta / Part-time ProfessorNikethana worked for me
I want to sincerely thank you for your exceptional support as a Teaching Assistant. Your deep understanding of Figma and your readiness to assist beyond scheduled TA hours have significantly enriched my learning experience. Your availability and insights have been truly invaluable.
Your dedication to student success is commendable, and your mentorship has been a crucial part of my academic journey. Thank you for all the guidance and support you've provided; it has profoundly impacted my studies.Ronak Mahidharia, Student
Nikethana mentored me
Nikethana is a fantastic web designer! I got to work with her on designing the website for Techstars Startup Weekend 2024 where she took on the role of Lead Designer. I was impressed by her insights on how users navigated web experiences. She clearly cared about our users getting what they need.
I would absolutely work with her again.Brian Autumn,
Principle Software Engg., FidelityI worked with Nikethana
I wanted to express my gratitude for your guidance and support throughout the User Experience Design course this semester. Your insights and feedback were invaluable and greatly enhanced my learning experience. I appreciate the time and effort you put into ensuring we understood the course material and how to apply it in practical scenarios. Your approachable and encouraging nature made a significant difference in my studies.
Thank you once again for your dedication and for being such a positive influence in our learning journey.Qianyi Xu, Student
Nikethana mentored me
I had the pleasure of working alongside Nikethana as she was a TA for my Spring 2023 User Experience Design and Testing course at Northeastern University. …….
In the classroom, Nikethana's proactive approach significantly enriched the learning environment. She fostering a supportive atmosphere where students felt empowered to seek guidance and continually improve their work. I was impressed by suggestions she made that helped improve the course in meaningful ways. ……
Having Nikethana as a teaching assistant was an excellent experience. Her dedication, proactive mindset, collaborative spirit, and commitment to ongoing improvement make her an invaluable asset to any organization.Peter McKeown,
Design Leader, Meta / Part-time ProfessorNikethana worked for me
I want to sincerely thank you for your exceptional support as a Teaching Assistant. Your deep understanding of Figma and your readiness to assist beyond scheduled TA hours have significantly enriched my learning experience. Your availability and insights have been truly invaluable.
Your dedication to student success is commendable, and your mentorship has been a crucial part of my academic journey. Thank you for all the guidance and support you've provided; it has profoundly impacted my studies.Ronak Mahidharia, Student
Nikethana mentored me
Nikethana is a fantastic web designer! I got to work with her on designing the website for Techstars Startup Weekend 2024 where she took on the role of Lead Designer. I was impressed by her insights on how users navigated web experiences. She clearly cared about our users getting what they need.
I would absolutely work with her again.Brian Autumn,
Principle Software Engg., FidelityI worked with Nikethana
I wanted to express my gratitude for your guidance and support throughout the User Experience Design course this semester. Your insights and feedback were invaluable and greatly enhanced my learning experience. I appreciate the time and effort you put into ensuring we understood the course material and how to apply it in practical scenarios. Your approachable and encouraging nature made a significant difference in my studies.
Thank you once again for your dedication and for being such a positive influence in our learning journey.Qianyi Xu, Student
Nikethana mentored me
I had the pleasure of working alongside Nikethana as she was a TA for my Spring 2023 User Experience Design and Testing course at Northeastern University. …….
In the classroom, Nikethana's proactive approach significantly enriched the learning environment. She fostering a supportive atmosphere where students felt empowered to seek guidance and continually improve their work. I was impressed by suggestions she made that helped improve the course in meaningful ways. ……
Having Nikethana as a teaching assistant was an excellent experience. Her dedication, proactive mindset, collaborative spirit, and commitment to ongoing improvement make her an invaluable asset to any organization.Peter McKeown,
Design Leader, Meta / Part-time ProfessorNikethana worked for me
I want to sincerely thank you for your exceptional support as a Teaching Assistant. Your deep understanding of Figma and your readiness to assist beyond scheduled TA hours have significantly enriched my learning experience. Your availability and insights have been truly invaluable.
Your dedication to student success is commendable, and your mentorship has been a crucial part of my academic journey. Thank you for all the guidance and support you've provided; it has profoundly impacted my studies.Ronak Mahidharia, Student
Nikethana mentored me
Professionally
Personally
Product Designer, GrowthFactor Inc.
July 2024 - Present — Boston, Massachusetts
UX Graduate Teaching Assistant
Jan 2024 - Apr 2024 — Boston, Massachusetts
My mutual love for teaching and design allowed me to educate over 50 students on the importance of user experience and user research, empowering them to create effective user-centered solutions.
Sept 2022 - May 2024
Pursued Masters in Information Systems specializing in User Experience Design.
Site Reliability Engineer, Freshworks
2021 - 2022 — Chennai, India
I volunteered to transition into the SRE domain out of a desire to explore new areas. This role proved to be fascinating, tasking me with website maintenance, downtime monitoring, and working with AWS.
As the sole architect, I was challenged to devise innovative solutions to enhance the product's functionality behind the scenes, fostering both my technical and creative problem-solving skills.
Since 2020
I began my design journey by experimenting with Figma, recreating logos and icons, which ignited my passion for design. This curiosity led me to explore the crucial role of User Experience in product success, deepening my interest and skills in the design field.
Quality Analyst, Freshworks
2020 - 2021 — Chennai, India
Working with Ruby Selenium, automating test cases I learnt plenty over a year! Once, I was collaborating with the PM and Design Team to go over the features goals and analyze them. And that's when I was exposed to Figma.
Professionally
Personally
Product Designer, GrowthFactor Inc.
July 2024 - Present — Boston, Massachusetts
UX Graduate Teaching Assistant
Jan 2024 - Apr 2024 — Boston, Massachusetts
My mutual love for teaching and design allowed me to educate over 50 students on the importance of user experience and user research, empowering them to create effective user-centered solutions.
Sept 2022 - May 2024
Pursued Masters in Information Systems specializing in User Experience Design.
Site Reliability Engineer, Freshworks
2021 - 2022 — Chennai, India
I volunteered to transition into the SRE domain out of a desire to explore new areas. This role proved to be fascinating, tasking me with website maintenance, downtime monitoring, and working with AWS.
As the sole architect, I was challenged to devise innovative solutions to enhance the product's functionality behind the scenes, fostering both my technical and creative problem-solving skills.
Since 2020
I began my design journey by experimenting with Figma, recreating logos and icons, which ignited my passion for design. This curiosity led me to explore the crucial role of User Experience in product success, deepening my interest and skills in the design field.
Quality Analyst, Freshworks
2020 - 2021 — Chennai, India
Working with Ruby Selenium, automating test cases I learnt plenty over a year! Once, I was collaborating with the PM and Design Team to go over the features goals and analyze them. And that's when I was exposed to Figma.
Professionally
Product Designer, GrowthFactor Inc.
July 2024 - Present — Boston, Massachusetts
UX Graduate Teaching Assistant
Jan 2024 - Apr 2024 — Boston, Massachusetts
I transitioned into SRE out of curiosity, handling website maintenance, downtime monitoring, and AWS tasks. As the sole architect, I innovated solutions, honing technical and creative problem-solving.
Sept 2022 - May 2024
Pursued Masters in Information Systems specializing in User Experience Design.
Site Reliability Engineer, Freshworks
2021 - 2022 — Chennai, India
I transitioned into SRE out of curiosity, handling website maintenance, downtime monitoring, and AWS tasks. As the sole architect, I innovated solutions, honing technical and creative problem-solving.
Since 2020
My design journey started with Figma experiments, sparking a passion for UX and refining my design skills.
Quality Analyst, Freshworks
2020 - 2021 — Chennai, India
Automating test cases with Ruby Selenium, I gained invaluable experience collaborating across teams, including exposure to Figma.
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