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Mohamed Abdelaal
Sr. UX Engineer
- des.dev.dcolor@gmail.com
- +966 593728510
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- SCE Member #517269
Summary
I'm a Sr. UX Engineer with 12+ years of uninterrupted experience delivering digital solutions for government entities, universities, and enterprises across Saudi Arabia. One of very few professionals in the market who fluently combines UX/UI design thinking (Figma, wireframing, UX strategy) with front-end implementation (HTML/CSS/JS) — taking a product from research to production-ready code, enabling faster delivery and higher fidelity between design intent and final product. Proven track record on high-impact national platforms including Tawakkalna, DGA Platforms Code, and KSAU-HS — serving millions of Saudi citizens. Certified SCE member with deep expertise in design systems, accessibility, and responsive interface design.
Key Achievements
12+
Years
Continuous experience in the Saudi digital market
3
Gov. Platforms
Tawakkalna, DGA, KSAU-HS — a rare national portfolio
2
Dual Expertise
UX Design + Front-End Development in one profile
8
Companies
Enterprise, government, education & fintech sectors
Core Skills
- UX/UI Design: User Research, Wireframing, Prototyping, UX Strategy, Design Systems, Accessibility
- Front-End Dev: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Responsive Design
- Collaboration: Jira, Trello, Agile/Scrum, Git/GitHub
- Creative: Graphic Design, Visual Design, Print Design, Branding
Tools & Technologies
Experience
Sr. UX Engineer
Mar 2024 - Present- Led UX/UI and web design and front-end development for KSAU-HS main website — the university's primary digital touchpoint serving 10,000+ students and staff
- Contributed to Tawakkalna Services modules within the national digital ecosystem, impacting millions of Saudi citizens across the Kingdom
- Developed DGA Platforms Code, unifying digital experiences and design language across multiple government entities under a single coherent system
- Delivered KSAU-HS Agreements Portal and Health Innovation Hackathon platform using end-to-end Figma-to-HTML/CSS/JS workflow — on time and within scope
- Created comprehensive user manuals and design guidelines using Adobe Illustrator, significantly improving accessibility and usability compliance of government platforms
UI/UX Designer & Front-End Developer
2022 - Mar 2024- Designed and delivered Erteqa Platform in high-fidelity Figma — approved by stakeholders on first review with zero major revision cycles
- Architected Systems Design v.2: a unified design language and front-end system subsequently adopted across all internal university platforms, standardising delivery for the entire organisation
- Designed Inner Gate portal and Beneficiary Support System, measurably improving service access for thousands of local and international students
- Developed responsive web applications using HTML/CSS/JS with Figma & Adobe XD prototyping — bridging the gap between design and engineering teams
UI/UX Designer & Front-End Developer
2019 - 2022- Designed Committees & Councils System for Saudi Energy Efficiency Center — a cross-platform governance solution adopted institutionally
- Built and shipped My Library App, Quran App, and Blood Bank App — community-serving digital products with broad public reach
- Applied and maintained consistent design systems across multiple university projects, standardising visual language and reducing design inconsistency across teams
UI/UX Designer
2017 - 2018- Designed Ezhal App Suite (main app + Sales Rep + Vendor apps) with full UX flows, comprehensive prototypes, and multi-role interaction design
- Developed the Ezhal official website — fully responsive front-end using HTML, CSS, and JS — delivering a production-ready product aligned with the brand
- Produced company websites, online portals, brochures, and digital content using Adobe XD and Photoshop
Graphic & Web Designer
2015 - 2017- Launched a fully responsive corporate website and designed marketing materials, advertising visuals, infographics, and training booklets
Web & Print Designer
2011 - 2014- Designed outdoor ads, event banners, and booklets for Marathon Modon 2014; spearheaded official publications for the Ministry of Information and Social Fund
Web Designer
2009 - 2011- Developed and hand-coded responsive websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, applying usability and visual hierarchy principles from day one
Freelance Web Designer
2007 - 2009- Delivered branding and website interface designs for local clients; converted custom designs into front-end code