Simplicity as hidden strength

I enjoy the challenge of making the complex feel simple - like untangling a knot until the thread runs smooth in your hands.

In both research and design, I break down intricate flows, capture the core logic, and ease friction. All this speaks for my design philosophy: the best products are not those that overwhelm with power, but those that let efficiency and clarity meet in a way users can grasp at once.

I am…

Rescuer

Thriving under pressure, trusted in urgency

I’m known as the one to count on when deadlines close in. Whether validating every detail with engineers or delivering prototypes for high-stakes launches, I work with speed and rigor—often sharper under pressure than at ease. That reliability has made me the go-to teammate when urgency leaves no room for error.

Defender

Keeping the design voice alive

As a solo designer, I’ve learned to stand firm so that design is not diluted into compromise. I value debate, believe in hard conversations, and balance conviction with pragmatism - ensuring user needs are respected even in constraint. In doing so, I keep the design voice present at the table, protecting clarity and impact when it matters most.

Translator

Bridging visions into shared outcomes

I move fluidly between PM and engineering, translating ideas into feasible paths. With a grounding in product strategy and coding, I understand both sides and guide discussions toward solutions that satisfy vision and reality. This role as a translator helps align ambition with execution, turning conflict into progress and shared ownership.

Voice from My Co-Workers

  • Chris B. (Head of Growth)

    Jiayue is a pleasure to work with and brings deep expertise in UI/UX design. What I appreciate most about Jiayue's approach is her thoughtfulness and empathy when designing features for highly specialized user bases. Throughout our time working together, I witnessed Jiayue conduct thorough research on user journeys, implement simple yet efficient solutions that streamlined the user experience, and wrap all of that context into elegant, deployable solutions that consistently adhered to established brand and product guidelines.

    Jiayue has a natural inclination to help others and was instrumental in numerous initiatives outside her direct role and responsibilities. She welcomes feedback and takes a collaborative approach to problem-solving; two crucial qualities that allowed her to work seamlessly across multiple teams. Beyond her technical skills, Jiayue has a welcoming, optimistic, and warm personality that makes her a natural fit for any organization.

  • David N. (Product Lead)

    I had the pleasure of leading Jiayue as her product lead and was consistently impressed by the impact she brought to our team. She has a sharp eye for identifying design issues that others might miss, and her feedback and attention to detail consistently raised the visual bar and improved the overall quality of our product.


    Jiayue holds herself to a high design standard, delivers work quickly without compromising quality, and is incredibly reliable — especially when it comes to urgent and high-priority projects. I could always count on her to stay focused, move fast, and get things done under pressure. I also admire how fast she grows; she takes feedback well, applies it immediately, and keeps leveling up her craft.


    Any company would be lucky to have her on their design team.

  • Renfei W. (Product Designer)

    I had the privilege of working closely with Jiayue on some of our most impactful initiatives — from shaping and maintaining our design system to leading a full redesign of our core application logic.

    Jiayue brings a rare combination of strategic product thinking and meticulous attention to detail. She was my go-to partner for untangling complex workflows, always contributing thoughtful ideas and a positive, solutions-driven mindset.

    Beyond her design expertise, Jiayue is one of the most collaborative teammates I’ve ever worked with — approachable, generous with her time, and genuinely invested in helping others succeed. Working with her made every project not only more effective but also more enjoyable. Any team would be fortunate to have her.

Outside Work

Scuba diver

I’ve been diving since 2018 and try to sneak in a dive trip whenever I can. I love how it feels like stepping into another world — quiet, weightless, and full of surprises. Over the years I’ve done night dives under starry skies, explored ghostly wrecks, and gone deep enough to watch the colors shift to deep blue. I’ve swum with reef sharks, mantas, turtles, and schools of fish that look like moving rainbows. In 2022 I went even deeper (literally!) and fell even more in love with the calm, magical world beneath the surface.

Murder Mystery Game NPC

I’ve been hosting and playing NPCs in murder mystery games since 2022. What started as just playing for fun turned into helping others experience the story — bringing characters to life, guiding players through the twists, and watching everyone work together to solve the puzzle. I love stepping into different roles, exploring different “lives,” and connecting with all kinds of people along the way.

Photographer

I picked up a camera back in undergrad and never really put it down. I love chasing little moments — golden sunsets, quiet streets, candid smiles — and turning them into memories I can keep. Over the years, photography has become my favorite way to slow down, notice details, and tell stories without saying a word.