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Trae Jacobs

Curious and user-focused designer specializing in data-driven problem-solving to craft efficient and impactful solutions

8+ Years of Financial and Leadership Experience

Experienced UX leader with a proven track record in designing user-centered solutions and driving impactful projects. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, improving digital experiences, and delivering innovative designs that meet business and user needs. Passionate about creating intuitive and accessible interfaces that make a difference.

Research

Gathering user insights through research, testing, and data analysis to inform design decisions and ensure user-centered outcomes.

Strategy

Aligning business objectives with user needs, developing solutions that drive success while maintaining a focus on usability and engagement.

Collaboration

Working with cross-functional teams to create cohesive, impactful products through clear communication and collective problem-solving.

Prototyping

Building interactive prototypes to visualize and test concepts, ensuring a smooth and intuitive user experience before development.

Experience

Principal Product Designer  @  Bank of America  /  2023 to 2024 (contract)

UX and product design leader skilled in driving user-centric solutions for fintech and internal systems. Expertise in inclusive design, user flows, operational efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration, enhancing productivity and usability while meeting accessibility standards.

Lead Product Designer  @  US Bank  /  2021 to 2022

Lead Product Designer specializing in modernizing financial systems with user-centered, inclusive solutions. Skilled in prototyping, leveraging design systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver accessible and actionable MVPs that meet business and user needs.

Senior UX Designer  @  Citi /  2019 to 2021

Lead UX Designer with a proven track record of delivering impactful cross-platform experiences across iOS, Android, and desktop. Spearheaded the Citi mobile app redesign, driving user-focused improvements. Skilled in user-centered design, cross-functional collaboration, and design system development for scalable, consistent solutions.

UX Designer  @  DR Horton /  2017 to 2029

Sole User Experience Designer leading a complete website redesign to deliver efficient, intuitive, and user-friendly experiences across mobile and desktop. Oversaw all UX/UI design decisions, contributed to new branding concepts, and collaborated with graphic design, Site Core, and CRM teams to ensure seamless system integration.

Education

Earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Becker College (2007–2011), providing a strong foundation in leadership and organizational skills. Completed an intensive 10-week, 500+ hour UXDI Immersive program at General Assembly in 2015, gaining hands-on experience in user experience design under the guidance of industry experts.

Trae Jacobs

Designing seamless experiences, one interaction at a time.