Senior Product & UX Designer shaping digital experiences.
Currently bridging user needs, strategy, and business goals to drive measurable impact at Uptempo, Germany.
About me
Pragmatic, Scalable, and User-Centered Products.
I design and shape digital products that bridge user needs with business impact. With experience across software development, fintech, startups, and enterprise platforms, I bring a product-oriented mindset to every stage of the design process—from discovery and strategy to delivery and iteration.I work closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to turn complex requirements into intuitive, scalable experiences. My approach combines user research, structured documentation, and iterative prototyping to ensure that every solution is not only usable but also drives measurable outcomes.For me, design is a strategic tool—an opportunity to solve problems, streamline workflows, and create clarity in how people interact with products and make decisions.
Selected excerpts from testimonials by professionals I’ve collaborated with. You'll find full and additional recommendations on my LinkedIn profile.
Giovanni combines technical expertise with genuine user empathy, translating complex requirements into intuitive solutions. His versatility extends beyond UX—he has also performed as an interim Product Owner, balancing user needs with business goals while ensuring functionality in complex SaaS environments.Matthias Eckardt - Senior Technical Writer
...Along with his creative abilities and technical skills, he has a talent for marketing as well. I’m sure you can tell from Giovanni's portfolio, the quality of his work speaks for itself. I would strongly recommend Giovanni as UX/UI Lead and would be more than happy to provide more details if you need them...Dr. Inga Linda Toma - B2B SaaS Product Manager
Giovanni is not only a great UX designer but also pragmatic and flexible when facing technical constraints. He actively seeks to understand how customers use a product, ensuring he delivers the best possible user experience. His openness to feedback makes him a highly collaborative and reliable partner. Julia Wolf - In-house Consultant
Working with Giovanni was always a pleasure. He always added value to any project he was involved in. Using his broad product skillset, which he has gathered over his career, he is able to provide critical insights into many products. In addition, he is also skilled in aligning others to follow these insights. Joshua Devlin - Lead Data Engineer
Giovanni combines aesthetic excellence with UX research insights, creating designs that are both functional and user-centered. He set best practices tailored to company needs and consistently advocated for users while bringing business-oriented thinking—making him a valuable asset to any product team.Simona Maccarrone - PhD, Project Manager
Giovanni is a passionate designer who always puts the user’s experience at the center. He combines creativity with years of professional expertise, driving projects forward with initiative and collaboration. His knowledge and dedication make him a strong contributor to any multi-disciplinary team.Madeline Yin - Software Engineer
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I’m passionate about collaborating with forward-thinking companies to create impactful digital products.
