Maksim Karalevich
I work with systems, build HChuman+computer interactions, and lead teams for products.
2024 – Now
Workflows team is building a connective tissue across admin experiences through wayfinding, data operations, and modern technologies.
- Linkshopify.com
- RoleStaff Product Designer
- ServicePlatform experience, Prototyping
![Rho Technologies](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Frho1.bea74b0c.webp&w=3840&q=100)
![Rho Technologies](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Frho2.10fc10ca.webp&w=3840&q=100)
![Rho Technologies](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Frho3.7ed9ee37.webp&w=3840&q=100)
![Design system](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Frho4.12dbce36.webp&w=3840&q=100)
Design system
2021 – 2024
Product Design Director at Rho, a New York based fintech startup that encompasses many services into one efficient system. I worked on platform experience, features, design system, and team processes.
- Linkrho.co
- RoleDirector, Product Design
- ServicePlatform experience, Design system, Design operations
![Goji](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fgoji1.0fcc8033.webp&w=3840&q=100)
![Goji](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fgoji2.82678e50.webp&w=3840&q=100)
![Goji](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fgoji3.9f441049.webp&w=3840&q=100)
2022 – now
Founding designer at Goji, an app that helps organize student curriculum and generate insights. I do all things design and engineering.
- Linkgogoji.app
- RoleFounding Designer & Engineer
- ServicePlatform experience, Product strategy, Full stack development
![Google Pixel UI Customization](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fpixel.b1e33488.webp&w=3840&q=100)
![Google Pixel UI Customization](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fpixel.b1e33488.webp&w=3840&q=100)
Google Pixel UI Customization
![OnePlus Oxygen OS R&D](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Foneplus.366cf8c0.webp&w=3840&q=100)
![OnePlus Oxygen OS R&D](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Foneplus.366cf8c0.webp&w=3840&q=100)
OnePlus Oxygen OS R&D
2019 – 2021
Part of B-Reel's product & experience department. I worked on research and definition of interaction models for leading smartphone manufacturers.
- Linkb-reel.com
- RoleSenior Product Designer
- ServiceExperience research, Rapid prototyping
![Strelka Institute website](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fstrelka.62c93413.webp&w=3840&q=100)
![Strelka Institute website](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fstrelka.62c93413.webp&w=3840&q=100)
Strelka Institute website
![Educational projects](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fstrelka.62c93413.webp&w=3840&q=100)
![Educational projects](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fstrelka.62c93413.webp&w=3840&q=100)
Educational projects
2015 – 2017
Digital Art Director at Strelka Institute for media, architecture and design. I led web presence initiatives, from research programs to student projects.
- LinkRead about Strelka
- RoleDigital Art Director
- ServiceArt direction, Interaction, Motion, Visual design
![Various projects](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fvarious.90e0fc65.webp&w=3840&q=100)
![Various projects](/_next/image?url=%2F_next%2Fstatic%2Fmedia%2Fvarious.90e0fc65.webp&w=3840&q=100)
Various
2010 – Now
For the past decade, I've worked with software companies at various stages, from inception to enterprise. I strive to find balance between urgency and long-term vision, practicality and delight—common challenges in fast-paced settings.Occasionally, I write notes and consult founders. Reach out to say hi.TwitterLinkedIn