Hello, I'm Carla.
I design digital products with
emphasis on research & strategy
I like design that is compassionate, research-centered and tells a good story. Being a generalist at heart, for over 8 years I've crafted experiences in companies such as SAP, ThoughtWorks, and Volkswagen.
I like design that is compassionate, research-centered and tells a good story. Being a generalist at heart, for over 8 years I've crafted experiences in companies such as SAP, ThoughtWorks, and Volkswagen.
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Selected case studies
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Selected case studies
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Selected case studies
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What I've been up to
OCT 2024 -> PRESENT
Unbabel
Product Design Lead
At Unbabel, I manage a team of 3 designers that's responsible for building the world's translation layer, while also driving key product initiatives.
JAN 2023 -> SEP 2024
Jeeves
Senior Product Designer
At Jeeves, I've led the onboarding redesign and worked on enhancing cross-border payments, streamlining expense management, and improving accounting features.
OCT 2021 -> JAN 2023
Remote
Senior Product Designer
Senior Product Designer
At Remote, I contributed to simplifying international hiring costs, saving Remoters and customers thousands of hours of work.
At Remote, I contributed to simplifying international hiring costs, saving Remoters and customers thousands of hours of work.
AUG 2020 -> OCT 2021
Volkswagen Digital Solutions
Product Designer
Product Designer
I helped Volkswagen SDC in developing a new digital ecosystem for VW Group brands, delivering high-quality and user-centric digital products for both the group and its customers.
I helped Volkswagen SDC in developing a new digital ecosystem for VW Group brands, delivering high-quality and user-centric digital products for both the group and its customers.
SEP 2019 -> AUG 2020
ThoughtWorks
Product Designer
Product Designer
At ThoughtWorks, I was focused on User Research and Visual Design, building a new podcast platform for Brazil's largest media company.
At ThoughtWorks, I was focused on User Research and Visual Design, building a new podcast platform for Brazil's largest media company.
DEC 2018 -> AUG 2019
SAP Labs Latin America
Product Designer
Product Designer
At SAP my main tasks included research, facilitating workshops, developing user journeys and wireframes, prototyping, usability testing, and delivering design training sessions for some of Latin America's major clients.
At SAP my main tasks included research, facilitating workshops, developing user journeys and wireframes, prototyping, usability testing, and delivering design training sessions for some of Latin America's major clients.
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Nice words. Even nicer people.
"How quickly you understood the full context of each project was impressive"
Working with you has been a great experience. Your seniority really showed in how you structured each initiative - how quickly you understood the full context of each project was impressive. Our systems have a lot of complexity, but you always managed to grasp what mattered.
I particularly valued your feedback and your approach to each initiative. The way you always kept the user at the center of everything was crucial and made a real difference in what we delivered.
Thanks for all the great work we did together - it was a pleasure having you as a partner on these projects!
Working with you has been a great experience. Your seniority really showed in how you structured each initiative - how quickly you understood the full context of each project was impressive. Our systems have a lot of complexity, but you always managed to grasp what mattered.
I particularly valued your feedback and your approach to each initiative. The way you always kept the user at the center of everything was crucial and made a real difference in what we delivered.
Thanks for all the great work we did together - it was a pleasure having you as a partner on these projects!
Gabriela Gachet
Senior Product Manager, Unbabel
Senior Product Manager, Unbabel
"She is certainly one who pushes the boundaries"
Carla is highly passionate about what she does, has an incredible work ethic, and positively influences those around her. She is a strong communicator – working well with others and always getting the support and help that she needs to be successful.
I would always turn to her when I needed someone to collaborate with, brainstorm ideas and solutions together, or to have an honest critique of my work.
She is certainly one who pushes the boundaries and is an asset to any team!
Carla is highly passionate about what she does, has an incredible work ethic, and positively influences those around her. She is a strong communicator – working well with others and always getting the support and help that she needs to be successful.
I would always turn to her when I needed someone to collaborate with, brainstorm ideas and solutions together, or to have an honest critique of my work.
She is certainly one who pushes the boundaries and is an asset to any team!
Chloe Humby
Senior Product Designer, Volkswagen
Senior Product Designer, Volkswagen
"I've never worked with someone so dedicated"
I’ve learned a lot from Carla about the importance and need of a UX designer within a team. I’ve never worked with someone so dedicated, looking at things with the perspective that she has, which I’ve learned so much from.
Her relationship with everyone at Globo is excellent, there’s great synergy with developers, and the team has been able to make significant progress, and stakeholders couldn't be happier.
Thank you for supporting me so much!
I’ve learned a lot from Carla about the importance and need of a UX designer within a team. I’ve never worked with someone so dedicated, looking at things with the perspective that she has, which I’ve learned so much from.
Her relationship with everyone at Globo is excellent, there’s great synergy with developers, and the team has been able to make significant progress, and stakeholders couldn't be happier.
Thank you for supporting me so much!
Fábio Arêas
Senior Product Owner, TV Globo | ThoughtWorks
Senior Product Owner, TV Globo | ThoughtWorks
"Carla ensured every detail was thoughtfully considered"
I had the pleasure of working alongside Carla during our time at Volkswagen, where she showcased exemplary skills as a product designer. Carla's dedication to her craft significantly eased my role as a frontend developer. Her designs were not only meticulously crafted but also adhered to the highest standards of user experience. Rarely did I need to circle back for clarifications, as she ensured every detail was thoughtfully considered.
Beyond her technical expertise, her collaborative spirit truly shines. She seamlessly integrated into various teams, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Her ability to communicate effectively and empathize with team members made her an invaluable asset, as she brings not only exceptional professional skills but also a wealth of soft skills that elevate the entire team dynamic.
Genuine, dedicated, and talented, Carla is truly a standout colleague.
I had the pleasure of working alongside Carla during our time at Volkswagen, where she showcased exemplary skills as a product designer. Carla's dedication to her craft significantly eased my role as a frontend developer. Her designs were not only meticulously crafted but also adhered to the highest standards of user experience. Rarely did I need to circle back for clarifications, as she ensured every detail was thoughtfully considered.
Beyond her technical expertise, her collaborative spirit truly shines. She seamlessly integrated into various teams, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Her ability to communicate effectively and empathize with team members made her an invaluable asset, as she brings not only exceptional professional skills but also a wealth of soft skills that elevate the entire team dynamic.
Genuine, dedicated, and talented, Carla is truly a standout colleague.
Zaid Alshawahin
Senior Software Engineer, BNP Paribas
Senior Software Engineer, BNP Paribas
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Nice words. Even nicer people.
Shall we grab a coffee?
Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!
Shall we grab a coffee?
Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!
Shall we grab a coffee?
Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!
Designed in sunny Lisbon, 2025. ☀️
Designed in sunny Lisbon, 2025. ☀️
Designed in sunny Lisbon, 2025. ☀️