

Hi, I'm Rukmini!
A little bit about me...
EXPERIENCE
Senior UX Designer
October 2024 - Present
My name is Rukmini Bose, and I am currently a Senior UX Designer at KBR, where I am working on a classified project for the U.S. Space Force to enhance military operations. I am deeply passionate about applying fundamental design principles in innovative ways and understanding the intersection of technology and the human mind– pushing the boundaries of design in today's day and age of technology.
With over 4 years of professional experience in UX design, along with development and testing, I consider myself a full-stack designer. My ability to pitch, design, and develop products sets me apart from other designers and allows me to bring a comprehensive perspective to my work.
I specialize in creating products for the Space and Defense industries. Previously, I worked at NASA Ames Research Center on the VIPER Mission Systems team, contributing to a project aimed at sending a rover to the South Pole of the moon to search for water and key resources.
I graduated with a Bachelor's in Computer Science and Cognitive Science, with a focus on Human-Computer Interaction, from the University of California, Santa Cruz in December 2021.
I am constantly looking for opportunities that will allow me to showcase both my creativity and technical expertise, while also making a positive impact on the world.
UX Designer and UI Developer
December 2021 - October 2024
UC Santa Cruz Genomics Institute
Web & Digital Graphics Specialist
Sept 2021 - December 2021
Cisco
User Experience Design Intern
June 2021 - Sept 2021
UC Santa Cruz Information & Technology
Business Analyst & IT Developer
Jan 2021 - June 2021
UC Santa Cruz Research
Data Analyst & Computer Programmer
Nov 2020 - Present
UC Santa Cruz Human-Computer Interaction Lab
Undergraduate Lab Researcher
Jan 2021 - March 2021
When I'm not a computer, I like to:

Spend quality time
with my
friends & family.
Go hiking &
spend time in
nature.
Listen to music
& make covers of
songs on the
euphonium and piano.
Lift heavy weights
at the gym. I am currently training to compete in powerlifting.
EDUCATION/ COURSEWORK.

University of California Santa Cruz
B.S. Computer Science
B.S. Cognitive Science
Deans Honor Scholar
Sept 2018 - Dec 2021
Cognitive Science Courses
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Eye-Tracking
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Perception
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Psychology Data Analysis
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Psycholinguistics
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Cognition: Fundamental Theories
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Research Methods in Psychology
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Psychological Statistics
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Learning & Memory
Computer Science Courses
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Artificial Intelligence
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Algorithms & Data Structures
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Computer Graphics
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Assembly Language & Computer Architecture
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Web Applications & Databases
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Computer Technical Writing
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Operating Systems
Technical Skills
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Coding Languages: Java, C, HTML/CSS, Python, JavaScript, R, SPSS, LaTeX
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Familiar with: Node.js, React, Express.js, PostgreSQL
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Editing Softwares: Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Canva, WordPress, Excel
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Research, Presentation, Collaboration, Leadership
Research and Volunteer Project
Oct 2017 - May 2018
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Researched on the discrimination and lack of employment among the autism community.
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Worked in a high school classroom with students with moderate to severe autism
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Advocated for a change in the special education curriculum to include more communicative activities.
Carnegie Hall Performer
Feb 2017
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Auditioned and performed at Carnegie Hall in New York on the euphonium alongside several world-class musicians
Varsity Drum Major
June 2017 - Dec 2017
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Was the high school Varsity Marching Band's drum major and led a group of 250+ musicians through rehearsals and competitions.
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Received 1st place overall drum major at state championships.