Hello, world!

i'm Ishika Soni,

a
designer
&
researcher
with an
engineering
background.

about

I’m a product designer and researcher with a strong engineering background, blending creativity, empathy, and technical expertise to craft meaningful, human-centered experiences.

With a background in computer science and a focused passion for human-centered design, I build logical and research-driven solutions that are both functional and delightful to use.

Currently based in Redmond, WA, I am working as a Software Engineer at Microsoft and looking to transition into the design space to help teams bring ideas to life.

selected work

Be Loud Studios Web App Redesign

Partnered with Tech Fleet to research and redesign the digital presence of a youth-centered creative nonprofit.

Web Design • Nonprofit • User Research

AR-Based Physical Therapy App

Investigated how AR can improve physical therapy adherence in teens recovering from hip dysplasia surgery.

AR/VR • Healthcare • User Research

MindTrack: Mental Health Medication Tracker

A gentle, clinically-safe mobile app that empowers users to track psychiatric medications and mental health patterns.

Mobile UX • Mental Health • Patient Empowerment

AI Tools for Solo Creators: Etsy, Canva, Medium

Integrated explainable AI suggestions to boost creativity across content, design, and writing workflows.

AI Integration • Creator Economy • Ethical Design

Goalden: Gamified Goal-Tracking Platform

Led frontend development and product design for a social platform that motivates users to achieve goals through gamification.

Frontend Dev • Gamification • Design Leadership

Sprint Planning Redesign in Azure DevOps

Reduced friction and improved planning clarity with an optimized sprint workflow experience.

Enterprise UX • Agile Teams • Dev Tools

VR Meditation for Mental Well-being

Conducted qualitative research to design personalized immersive meditations that support emotional transitions.

VR Design • Mental Health • User Research

let's work together