Ian Collins

Ian Collins is a Product Designer at Stripe, based in the Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area.1 He has been in this role since October 2021.1 With over a decade of experience in product design and development, Ian has established himself as a versatile professional in the tech industry.

Career Highlights

Before joining Stripe, Ian held several notable positions:

• Lead Product Designer at Even (May 2020 - October 2021)1
• Senior Product Designer at Acorns (October 2018 - May 2020)1
• Design Director and Creative Director at Simple Finance (September 2010 - September 2018)1

Skills and Expertise

Ian is known for his multifaceted approach to design. He has the ability to view projects from various perspectives, including design, engineering, and user experience.1 His colleagues have described his designs as thoughtful, indicating a deep understanding of user needs and product requirements.

Education and Early Career

Ian studied Computer Science at the University of California, Santa Cruz, graduating with a Bachelor's degree.1 His professional journey began at Powerset as a Frontend Engineer in 2007, followed by a stint at Microsoft in a similar role.1

Notable Achievements

At Simple Finance, Ian was the first hire, joining the founders in a mixed engineering and design role. He was instrumental in designing and building many of Simple's core features and creating its visual brand, including the logo, debit cards, and packaging.1

Ian's work has garnered significant attention in the design community. His Behance profile shows impressive stats:

• Over 116,000 project views
• More than 8,400 appreciations
• Nearly 3,000 followers2

These numbers reflect the quality and impact of his design work in the industry.