Slava Zhidkov

About me

I’m a product designer with over 10 years of experience turning ideas into digital products people actually love. Over the years, I’ve worked across a wide range of projects – from banking apps used by millions to secure messaging tools and niche consumer apps. I love diving into discovery and research, exploring ideas, and shaping them into designs that solve real problems in a simple way.

 

 

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My core strengths

Fintech & B2B SaaS

I have led design for large-scale mobile banking products, including the app of Commerzbank, one of Germany’s leading banks and Access Digital, a B2B banking platform serving 400+ financial institutions and over 3 million users in the US.

Video communication & Messaging

I’ve worked on features like video chat and chatbots in banking apps, and designed secure messaging experiences for AnyTalk Messenger across mobile and desktop platforms. I also created an Appointment Manager enabling video, phone, and on-site meetings that improved customer support efficiency and reduced operational costs.

Pettech & consumer product experience

I have hands-on experience in “pettech” through designing the Dog Walk mobile app for dog walkers, covering the entire journey from ideation to research and delivery.

Design systems & cross-platform craft

I have created and expanded cross-platform design systems, refreshed visual styles, and updated key app features with new components for consistency and scalability.

Product discovery, UX research & testing

I enjoy and actively practice discovery, UX research, usability and unmoderated testing, and iterative validation to shape clear problem definitions and effective solutions.

What I also value

In my spare time, I enjoy shooting and editing videos, which lets me explore storytelling beyond product design. I love traveling and discovering new places, cultures, and perspectives, and I’m always on the lookout for new music and great films. Photography, cooking, cycling, and snowboarding help me recharge. I also enjoy learning new things and exploring ideas beyond my day-to-day work.

Slava Zhidkov

About me

I’m a product designer with over 10 years of experience turning ideas into digital products people actually love. Over the years, I’ve worked across a wide range of projects – from banking apps used by millions to secure messaging tools and niche consumer apps. I love diving into discovery and research, exploring ideas, and shaping them into designs that solve real problems in a simple way.

 

 

Download résumé ↓

My core strengths

Fintech & B2B SaaS

I have led design for large-scale mobile banking products, including the app of Commerzbank, one of Germany’s leading banks and Access Digital, a B2B banking platform serving 400+ financial institutions and over 3 million users in the US.

Video communication & Messaging

I’ve worked on features like video chat and chatbots in banking apps, and designed secure messaging experiences for AnyTalk Messenger across mobile and desktop platforms. I also created an Appointment Manager enabling video, phone, and on-site meetings that improved customer support efficiency and reduced operational costs.

Pettech & consumer product experience

I have hands-on experience in “pettech” through designing the Dog Walk mobile app for dog walkers, covering the entire journey from ideation to research and delivery.

Design systems & cross-platform craft

I have created and expanded cross-platform design systems, refreshed visual styles, and updated key app features with new components for consistency and scalability.

Product discovery, UX research & testing

I enjoy and actively practice discovery, UX research, usability and unmoderated testing, and iterative validation to shape clear problem definitions and effective solutions.

What I also value

In my spare time, I enjoy shooting and editing videos, which lets me explore storytelling beyond product design. I love traveling and discovering new places, cultures, and perspectives, and I’m always on the lookout for new music and great films. Photography, cooking, cycling, and snowboarding help me recharge. I also enjoy learning new things and exploring ideas beyond my day-to-day work.

Slava Zhidkov

About me

I’m a product designer with over 10 years of experience turning ideas into digital products people actually love. Over the years, I’ve worked across a wide range of projects – from banking apps used by millions to secure messaging tools and niche consumer apps. I love diving into discovery and research, exploring ideas, and shaping them into designs that solve real problems in a simple way.

 

 

Download résumé ↓

My core strengths

Fintech & B2B SaaS

I have led design for large-scale mobile banking products, including the app of Commerzbank, one of Germany’s leading banks and Access Digital, a B2B banking platform serving 400+ financial institutions and over 3 million users in the US.

Video communication & Messaging

I’ve worked on features like video chat and chatbots in banking apps, and designed secure messaging experiences for AnyTalk Messenger across mobile and desktop platforms. I also created an Appointment Manager enabling video, phone, and on-site meetings that improved customer support efficiency and reduced operational costs.

Pettech & consumer product experience

I have hands-on experience in “pettech” through designing the Dog Walk mobile app for dog walkers, covering the entire journey from ideation to research and delivery.

Design systems & cross-platform craft

I have created and expanded cross-platform design systems, refreshed visual styles, and updated key app features with new components for consistency and scalability.

Product discovery, UX research & testing

I enjoy and actively practice discovery, UX research, usability and unmoderated testing, and iterative validation to shape clear problem definitions and effective solutions.

What I also value

In my spare time, I enjoy shooting and editing videos, which lets me explore storytelling beyond product design. I love traveling and discovering new places, cultures, and perspectives, and I’m always on the lookout for new music and great films. Photography, cooking, cycling, and snowboarding help me recharge. I also enjoy learning new things and exploring ideas beyond my day-to-day work.