I'm a hands-on design leader combining strategic vision with craft to drive impact across consumer, enterprise, and AI platforms.
Companies I've led design for
Designing experiences where artificial intelligence augments human judgment—balancing automation with agency, and insight with trust.
Translating ambiguity into vision—connecting north stars, metrics, and mechanisms to drive meaningful outcomes.
Coaching teams to think bigger, work smarter, and design with purpose. Championing a culture where design is a team sport.
Jay is one of those rare design leaders who operates effectively at both the Principal IC and Design Manager levels. His work is thoughtful, systems-oriented, and grounded in a strong understanding of user needs and business objectives. What distinguishes him is his ability to calibrate his style to the situation — stepping in with hands-on expertise when it accelerates progress, and stepping back to create space for others to lead.
Randy Kincaid
Lead UX Designer
AWS
Jay is one of the most visionary leaders I've met. Staying on the cutting edge isn't just something he does — it's who he is. He mentors with kindness, shares expertise generously, and creates an environment where people feel supported and inspired to grow.
Jeanny Ivy
VP, Head of Product Design
T.Rowe Price
Jay is a true thought leader — curious, always learning, and bringing fresh perspectives to the team. He has an ability to see around corners, anticipating challenges before they become problems and designing for where things are going, not just where they are. What I appreciate most is how he shows up as a partner: collaborative without ego, open to feedback, and genuinely invested in the success of the product and the people around him.
Sam De La Garza
Software Development Manager
Amazon
Open to Principal and Director-level design leadership and advisory roles.
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