HARSHITHA KOMMARAJU
Centering connection with people to produce valuable insights to drive joyous, uplifting, and efficient product designs.
ABOUT
Origin
I’m a UX designer, past game designer, currently pursuing a Master’s in Human–Computer Interaction.
Philosophy
My work centers on enjoying the process of getting to know the users and developing solutions truly unique to them and seeing the impact unfold. I approach design through research, structure, and iteration, with particular interest in tools that serve institutions, communities, and social good initiatives
Beyond Work
Outside of design, I paint, photograph, make pottery, attend acting classes, and play tennis. These practices shape how I think about movement, storytelling, and presence, and often inform my approach to interaction and experience design.
EDUCATION
MS in HCI
2026
University of Maryland
Research Assistant
BS in CS
2022
Ohio State University
Game Design Specialization,
Magna Cum Laude, Research Distinction
EXPERIENCE
2026 - Present
UX RESEARCHER & DESGINER
Sapphire Rise
2025 - 2026
UX RESEARCHER AND DESIGNER
It Gets Better
2025 - 2026
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
University of Maryland, Under Dr.Eun Kyoung Choe
2024
UX DESIGN INTERN
Potentia Growth Technologies
2022 - 2023
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Cognizant Technology Solutions
HARSHITHA KOMMARAJU
Centering connection with people to produce valuable insights to drive efficient product designs.
ABOUT
Quick View
UX designer focused on research-driven, scalable systems with an emphasis on clarity, equity, and institutional impact.
Origin
I’m a UX designer, past game designer, currently pursuing a Master’s in Human–Computer Interaction.
Philosophy
My work centers on translating complex, constraint-heavy systems into efficient and humane experiences. I approach design through research, structure, and iteration, with particular interest in tools that serve institutions, communities, and social good initiatives
Beyond Work
Outside of design, I paint, photograph, make pottery, attend acting classes, and play tennis. These practices shape how I think about movement, storytelling, and presence, and often inform my approach to interaction and experience design.
EDUCATION
MS in HCI
2026
University of Maryland
Research Assistant
BS in CS
2022
Ohio State University
Game Design Specialization,
Magna Cum Laude, Research Distinction
EXPERIENCE
2025 - Present
UX RESEARCHER AND DESIGNER
It Gets Better Project
2024
UX DESIGN INTERN
Potentia Growth Technologies
2022 - 2023
SOFTWARE ENGINEER
Cognizant Technology Solutions