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So Eun Ahn🇨🇦

Product designer II at Microsoft

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About So Eun Ahn

Product designer II at Microsoft

I’m a Product Designer with experience across agencies, startups, and now big tech. After a non-linear career journey, including a 5+ year break from design, I transitioned into big tech without a traditional path like internships or co-ops.

I’m here to share what I’ve learned along the way and help others carve out their own path, especially those pivoting careers or feeling like they’re starting from scratch.

I’m especially passionate about helping career changers, self-taught designers, and folks starting “late.” I know what it’s like to feel stuck or uncertain. If you’re navigating change or looking for clarity, I’d love to support you.

Expertise

ProductDesignProduct ResearchProduct DesignUX DesignUI/ Visual DesignPrototypingCommunicationCollaborationProblem-solvingTeam playerUser research

Sessions with So Eun Ahn

  • Mentorship Session (30 min): Topics we can cover: -Resume / Portfolio review -General career chat -Job market insights -Interview preparation I’m in Pacific Time (PT), so please double-check the time zone before booking. This coffee chat is intended for early-career professionals, students, recent graduates, or those considering a career change. It is best suited for beginner to intermediate levels. If you are already at a senior level with established industry experience, this session may not be the right fit.

What mentees say

“I had a wonderful conversation with So Eun. She really listened to my experiences and the challenges I’m facing. Her advice was thoughtful, practical, and encouraging, and I left feeling heard and more confident. Thank you, So Eun, for being so generous with your time and perspective!”

Christy Yao, Product Designer at CMU

“I did a mock case study interview with So Eun, and she gave me really practical, actionable feedback that helped me a lot. Highly recommend her if you’re looking for a mock interview or portfolio review!”

Jisang Kim, Product designer / Graduate student at SVA

“So Eun explained to me the nuances of working in a large corporation. She gave me interesting insights about working there and provided great advice regarding my resume. Also, because the platform had an issue with my meeting, So Eun was very kind and rescheduled the session for a different time. She is a skilled designer with a great understanding of UX, AI, and UI.”

Ivan Kartsev, UX / UI, Product Designer at MyKey Global Accommodations

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