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Spyros

Stathoulopoulos

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My work has contributed to improving onboarding flows, simplifying operational tools, and increasing usability across complex systems used daily by real operators.

Spyros Stathoulopoulos

Product Designer

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About me

I’m a Product Designer focused on turning complex problems into clear, usable, and measurable product outcomes.

Over the past years, I’ve worked across the full product lifecycle , from discovery and problem framing to delivery and post-launch refinement , designing systems and experiences used in real operational environments. I currently lead design at department level, collaborating closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to shape direction, clarify priorities, and ship solutions that balance user needs with business objectives.

My approach is grounded in structure, user behaviour, and systems thinking. I don’t design screens in isolation , I work from first principles: understanding the problem space, defining success metrics, exploring hypotheses, validating through prototypes, and iterating based on real feedback. I care deeply about how decisions impact adoption, usability, and long-term product value.

I specialize in designing products that feel intentional and dependable. That means paying attention to the details most teams overlook: microcopy, edge cases, real user paths, feedback loops, and operational constraints. I design for reality , not ideal scenarios.

While my background started in UI/UX execution, my role has evolved into owning product decisions: helping define scope, challenging assumptions, aligning stakeholders, and translating ambiguity into actionable design direction. I regularly contribute to product strategy, roadmap discussions, and experience architecture, ensuring design is tied directly to outcomes rather than aesthetics.

I work closely with engineering throughout implementation, actively QA shipped features, and iterate post-launch to improve performance. I believe strong product design doesn’t end at handoff — it continues until the product actually works for people.

What I bring to products
• Research-driven discovery and opportunity definition
• Clear problem framing and hypothesis-based design
• Experience strategy across complex flows and systems
• Scalable design systems and consistent interaction patterns
• Rapid prototyping to validate early and reduce delivery risk
• Strong collaboration with product and engineering
• Ownership from concept through release and iteration
• Leadership through clarity, not micromanagement
• Deep attention to behavioural detail, microcopy, and usability
• Active involvement in QA and post-launch refinement

I design products, not just interfaces.

Specialties

Product discovery & problem framing
Turning ambiguity into clear problem statements through research, stakeholder alignment, and hypothesis definition.
User research & behavioural insight
Understanding real user needs through testing, observation, and feedback loops — designing based on behaviour, not assumptions.
Product strategy & experience direction
Translating business goals into coherent product experiences, defining scope, and helping shape roadmap decisions.
End-to-end product design
Owning solutions from concept to release: flows, interactions, systems, and implementation collaboration.
Systems thinking & scalable design
Building consistent, reusable patterns and design systems that support growth and reduce complexity.
Rapid prototyping & validation
Testing ideas early to reduce delivery risk and guide product decisions.
Cross-functional collaboration
Working closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to align priorities and move forward together.
Interaction design & microcopy
Designing precise interactions and clear language that guide users through complex flows.
Quality assurance & post-launch iteration
Staying involved after handoff — validating shipped features, gathering feedback, and improving outcomes over time.
Leadership & design direction
Creating clarity, mentoring teammates, and driving alignment without micromanagement.

Experience

THOREB

Real-time intelligence for public vehicles.

2024 — Present

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Location
Industry
Website

Product Designer
Gothenburg, Sweden
Public transportation (ITS)
https://thoreb.com

At my current company, I lead the design department across ITS platforms, web applications & platforms, and digital tools. I focus on creating clear, user-centered interfaces for complex systems,translating technical requirements into intuitive experiences. I collaborate closely with product, development, and operations teams to ensure usability, scalability, and consistency across every touchpoint.

Threenitas

Mobile, web, VR/AR, and AI/IoT solutions

2024 — Present

Position
Location
Industry
Website

UI/UX Designer
Athens, Greece
Mobile & Web Application Development
https://threenitas.com

I was responsible for designing user interfaces and experiences that supported the company’s mission to build smart, scalable digital platforms. I worked on a diverse range of products, from enterprise dashboards to customer-facing mobile apps, translating complex requirements into structured, usable designs. My focus was on clarity, consistency, and creating seamless user journeys that aligned with both business goals and technical constraints.

Freelance Projects

What began as a freelance project turned into a journey I’m still enjoying today

2023 — Present

Position
Location
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UI/UX Designer
Athens, Greece
Mobile & Web Application Design

I began my freelance journey driven by a passion for clean, purposeful design. From the start, I’ve focused on crafting interfaces that simplify complexity and put users first. This path has allowed me to work across diverse projects where clarity and usability are non-negotiable, shaping my approach to every new challenge.

Trusted by

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From small tasks to lasting partnerships

I’m looking to grow within product teams where design influences strategy, not just execution.

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The redesigned website finally reflects who we are as an organization. It’s clear, professional, and easy to use — both for our members and for new students discovering us. The events and volunteer opportunities are now much more visible, which makes it easier for students to participate and stay engaged. We especially appreciated the attention to mobile usability, since most of our members access the site from their phones. The process was smooth, and the result exceeded our expectations.
Representative
Scientific Society of Hellenic Medical Students (EEFIE)

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Working with Spyros has been nothing short of exceptional. His deep understanding of product design, combined with their ability to execute both large-scale and granular design tasks, makes them an essential part of our workflow. He moves fast without ever sacrificing quality, ensuring that our priorities are met with precision.
William Taylor
Project Manager

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"The website feels exactly like what I envisioned for my brand — warm, simple, and trustworthy. I love how my story is introduced on the homepage, and the recipes are easy to follow.My clients and friends have already told me the site feels professional yet personal, which was my main goal. Working together was a smooth process, and the final result truly represents me and my work."
Eirini
Nutritionist & Wellness Coach

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"Working with Spyros to redesign our website was a transformative experience. The new design effectively communicates our mission—to empower startups and entrepreneurs—with clarity and professionalism. The site now feels both authoritative and approachable, with stronger visibility for our services and team. We’ve already received positive feedback from partners and prospects about how much easier it is to navigate and understand our offerings."
Nikolas Sifonios
Founder & CEO

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Spyros has exceeded our expectations in every way. We needed a partner who could handle complex design needs across multiple platforms, and he delivered with incredible efficiency. His ability to iterate quickly while maintaining a consistently high design standard is invaluable.
Sophia Davis
Software Engineer

FAQ

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Frequently Asked Questions

How I work, think, and design.

What’s your design philosophy?
I prioritize understanding the problem space first, then shaping solutions grounded in both user insight and business goals. Clarity, structure, and purposeful outcomes guide my decisions , not just aesthetics. I design to reduce cognitive load and to support measurable product success.
How do you approach new projects?
I begin by defining context: product objectives, user needs, constraints, and success metrics. Once the problem is clear, I frame opportunities, sketch structure, and validate hypotheses through prototypes before iterating toward a solution that scales.
What does “product design” mean to you?
Product design means owning the experience , from discovery through delivery and iteration. It’s about shaping decisions that influence product strategy, not just interface craft. My work connects research, stakeholder alignment, and execution to meaningful outcomes.
How do you collaborate with product and engineering?
I partner early with product managers to align on outcomes and trade-offs, and with engineers to ensure feasibility and fidelity. Communication, shared understanding, and joint risk reduction keep teams moving toward real solutions, not just polished comps.
How do you ensure solutions are consistent and scalable?
I build and maintain design systems that unify patterns, behaviors, and interaction logic. Systems reduce ad-hoc decisions, speed up delivery, and ensure evolving products remain coherent across touchpoints.
What tools do you use and why?
I use Figma and FigJam for collaborative design, prototyping, and systems work. I integrate documentation tools like Notion or Confluence when needed. Tools are extensions of thought, they support clarity and alignment, not replace critical reasoning.
How involved are you after design handoff?
Design handoff isn’t a final step — it’s where implementation validates decisions. I stay involved through active QA and post-launch feedback loops to ensure the experience meets expectations and improves over time.
What leadership approach do you bring to teams?
I provide clear direction without micromanagement. My focus is on aligning teams around outcomes, elevating design thinking, and enabling others to contribute their best while keeping the product vision coherent.
What makes good product design?
Good product design solves real problems, respects users’ time, and aligns with measurable goals. It balances function and form, integrates feedback, and iterates based on real behaviour and data.