Douglas Sanchez

Douglas Sanchez is a software design leader with a strong background in engineering, boasting more than a decade of experience in developing developer products.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and a Master of Liberal Arts (ALM) in Extension Studies, Digital Media Design from Harvard University.

Working from Santa Monica, Douglas thrives in bringing together cross-functional teams and stakeholders to create consumer and enterprise user experiences for developers. His expertise lies in aligning user needs, technological possibilities, and business outcomes to drive growth for startups and large corporations alike.

Douglas Sanchez excels in overseeing diverse teams and employing agile and lean development principles to enhance digital experiences for both brands and digital product teams.

His professional journey includes roles such as UX Design Manager III at Amazon Web Services (AWS), Director of Product Design, Senior Design Manager, and Lead Product Designer at Salesforce, as well as Lead Product Designer at Heroku.

He has also contributed his skills as the Head of Design at several organizations, including a Stealth Startup and Tulip Interfaces. Furthermore, he has shared his knowledge as a Product Design Teaching Assistant at MIT and served in various design capacities at educational institutions like Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Additionally, Douglas's experience spans into the realm of visual design, having previously held the position of Senior Visual Designer at MIT and worked as a Supplemental Instruction Leader at Arizona Western College.

To discover more about Douglas Sanchez and his innovative approach to software design, visit his website at www.doug.design.