Hi, I'm Sonali
Product Designer
I design AI-powered enterprise tools that transform complex workflows into intuitive experiences. Currently shaping the future of government procurement and document intelligence at Appian.
Selected Work
Case Studies
Real problems, thoughtful solutions, and the stories behind them.
DocCenter
I shaped the experience for Appian's intelligent document processing platform -- making AI-powered features feel approachable and even enjoyable for users of all skill levels.
Contract Writing
$2.5B+ in obligations managed
Lead designer for a $2.5B+ government procurement platform. I design AI features that help federal officers work faster while building trust in automated workflows.
Appian AI: Generate Sample Data
I designed an AI-powered feature that turns a tedious chore into something that feels effortless. The goal: give developers a tool they actually look forward to using.
Maya's Mind
Healthcare accessibility for neurodivergent youth
Graduate thesis designing an AI-powered platform that makes autism care accessible for underserved families. Full process from research to high-fidelity prototype.
Results
Impact by the Numbers
Good design should make people's lives better in ways you can actually see.
Documents processed through DocCenter
Insurance claims, medical records, and legal documents — each one processed faster because the AI knows what to look for.
Audit backlog reduction for a mortgage company
A six-week audit nightmare became a same-day task. That's time back for teams to focus on what matters.
Context capture time with Spec to Slides Kiro Power
Design handoffs that used to take half a day now happen in the time it takes to grab coffee.
Time reduction to generate realistic test data with AI
Developers used to spend hours crafting fake data. Now they describe what they need and get it instantly.
My Approach
How I Work
A flexible framework that adapts to each unique challenge.
Discover
Deep-dive into user research, stakeholder interviews, and competitive analysis to uncover real problems worth solving.
Define
Synthesize insights into clear problem statements, user flows, and design principles that guide every decision.
Design & Test
Rapid prototyping with continuous user feedback. I iterate until the solution truly resonates.
Deliver
Polished designs with detailed specs, smooth engineering handoff, and post-launch measurement.
Background
Experience
User Experience Designer II
CurrentAppian Corporation
As sole UX Lead across three cross-functional agile teams, I design and ship end-to-end user flows for AI-powered enterprise SaaS features spanning document processing and government procurement. I've championed 12+ AI features while establishing company-wide design standards, optimized DocCenter workflows to accelerate customer use cases by 75%, and leveraged AI tools like Kiro to bridge design and front-end development.
Greenhouse Experience Design Fellow
Deloitte Greenhouse
Selected from 40+ applicants for a competitive 12-month Presidential Fellowship during the 2021 Presidential Transition. I advised executive-level government clients on digital transformation strategy and designed 30+ custom immersive workshop experiences. This role taught me how to align senior stakeholders around a shared direction, fast.
Consultant
Deloitte Consulting
Led end-to-end UX design for a state government website redesign, reducing benefits processing time by 150% through user interviews, journey mapping, and flow optimization. Also designed responsive web experiences for the National COVID-19 Response Tool for the Dept. of Veterans Health Affairs, iterating based on usability testing and stakeholder feedback.
Education
Master's in UX Design
Maryland Institute College of Art
2021 - 2023
B.S. in Commerce: IT, Marketing, Business Analytics
University of Virginia
2015 - 2019
Skills
Tools
Get In Touch
I design AI experiences people actually trust
I'm looking for my next senior UX role — somewhere I can bring empathy to complex AI products and help teams create experiences that feel human, even when they're powered by machines.