Karina Guzman

I’m a Product & User Experience Leader based in Austin, Texas

About me

I’m a Product & User Experience Leader with 7+ years of experience shaping impactful digital experiences in FinTech and global payments. Skilled in user research, design systems, cross-functional collaboration, and data-driven product strategy. I’m fluent in English and Spanish. Dedicated to turning complex challenges into intuitive, user-centered solutions.

I bring a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to quality in everything I do. I believe that empathy and consistent, genuine care build trust in users. I’m passionate about creating through collaboration, clarity, and thoughtful design.

Outside of work, I find inspiration in travel and the diversity of perspectives it brings me, fueling a curiosity that shapes my mind. I enjoy hiking, baking, and trying a bit of everything, while also appreciating a slower pace that lets me experience each moment.

I’m grateful to be surrounded by supportive and inspiring people and dogs who enrich my life, and I don’t take that for granted. I like challenges, even if these can be demanding, as they often lead to the most meaningful growth.

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I care about...

Empathy

It goes beyond just knowing what users want. It involves stepping into their shoes to understand their frustrations, motivations, and goals.

Creativity

More than aesthetics. Designing solutions that are both functional and delightful and make digital experiences more intuitive.

Strategy

The foundation that ensures user experiences are aligned with business goals and user needs, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and a clear direction.

Results

A well-executed plan leads to tangible outcomes such as higher user satisfaction, increased engagement, and improved conversion rates.

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Projects

Money Transfer SuperApp

Prepaid Card Program

Cross-border Payments

College Admissions App

Recommendations

What they say...

I have been working closely with Karina for the past 4 years at UniTeller. Karina has demonstrated initiative in making value-orientated designs, having passion for her field of work, and making good use of her creativity. Her proposals go beyond expectations. She has great experience creating flows, customer experience journeys, wireframes, and mockups, all of which are fundamental to achieving results for the Digital team. She is a highly qualified professional who enjoys her work and creates value for the company. Karina brings positive energy to the team and carries herself in a polite and respectable manner. She often proposes enhancements and has the follow-through to execute the ideas. It’s been a pleasure working with her these years.

I have worked with Karina for two years at UniTeller. She is knowledgeable, driven, and enthusiastic UI/UX Designer. In the years I have worked with her I’ve seen her take on many projects and succeed. Aside from being a pleasure to worth with she’s been a great friend! I 100% recommend Karina!

Karina is one of the best UI/UX designers I know, efficient and very methodical when it comes to working, always up-to-date and finding the best solution. She is a very connected with her environment and her colleagues, she likes to travel and venture into the unknown, which makes her much more creative and she solves problems in different ways, giving incredible results.

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Certifications

I keep myself update with the latest design tools. I am currently working on my Google Project Management – Professional Certification.

I enjoy learning about a wide range of topics. I’m certified in BSA/AML compliance through my experience in the FinTech industry. Also, being CPR/AED trained is important for me, and has shaped my appreciation for precision and preparedness.