Bringing a prompt into the moments between patients.
Behaviour, form & feedback
03 / KIND WORDS
Good things. From good people.
Because the way we work together matters as much as what we make.
Principal UX EngineerMicrosoft
“... No ego, clear communication, fast feedback loops and always focused on what is right for the user and the product. I genuinely had fun building this with you, and the outcome showed that.
You have a rare mix: visual craft, product thinking and AI understanding. ...”
Senior Design ResearcherMicrosoft
“... What I appreciate most is how seriously you engage with research. … You make research feel like a true input to design, not a checkbox, and that makes the work better.
You’ve also clearly invested in building rapport across the team, and it shows in how smoothly cross-functional work goes with you. ...”
Senior Software EngineerMicrosoft
“... Your attention to detail significantly reduces ambiguity for engineers and accelerates development timelines. …
Another thing you are really good at is unblocking engineers. Whether it’s by setting up quick ad hoc calls, clarifying design decisions, or making timely updates in Figma, you prioritize team momentum without compromising on quality. You have helped address critical blockers and keep delivery on track. ...”
Senior Product DesignerMicrosoft
“... The way she articulates her POV across multiple groups is a course in effective communication in itself. …
Apart from that, Sreya has the ability to take charge of a tricky situation and lead from the front, highlighting her strong leadership qualities. ...”
Product DesignerMicrosoft
“... I also really value how much you focus on keeping a unified design language. You’re always thinking about how our features work together and feel cohesive, which helps everything look and function as one product.
Even with the time zone difference, you stay proactive and clear in your communication, which makes working together smooth. I also appreciate how you handle feedback. You’re open to hearing different perspectives and thoughtful about how you respond. ...”
Principal Software Engineering ManagerMicrosoft
“... More importantly, the team feels deeply connected to you because of the support and help you provide.
You have supported engineers not only with feature work but also by helping them craft demos for FHL and Engineering All Hands. These demos have always been highly appreciated due to their quality and thoughtful storytelling. ...”
Software Engineer IIMicrosoft
“... Most of the time, your reasoning is so clear and compelling that it immediately earns our confidence. And when feedback needs to be incorporated, you adapt instantly and guide us to a team-aligned decision without unnecessary back-and-forth.
That kind of decisiveness saves the team a lot of time and keeps us moving with purpose and momentum. ...”
Designer IIMicrosoft
“... Your storytelling session was especially impactful. It prompted many of us to rethink and refine how we present our ideas, and the interactive format made it all the more engaging.
I also want to recognize the constructive feedback you share during our share-out sessions. Your insights are always thoughtful and well-articulated. ...”
Sr. Chief DesignerSamsung R&D
“... I have known Sreya for two years as her manager and mentor. … She has often helped fresh recruits by directing their work, enabling them to seamlessly fit into their new work environment. …
Her endless curiosity combined with her willingness to take risks and experiment leads me to believe that there will be no limits to her growth and achievements. ...”
HOD of UXSymbiosis Institute of Design
“... As part of a class project, I had once assigned her the task of teaching the essentials of Design Thinking to her junior batch. When I took a feedback from the class, I was delighted to see that every student had given her an impressively high rating.
Sreya is an intuitive teacher and could possibly consider it as a viable career option. ...”
Partner UX DirectorSamsung R&D
“... Insights from her research not only helped validate the strong potential that gaming was as a business for Samsung, but also majorly influenced the headquarters in Korea to roll out a global plan for mobile gaming.
She proved to be a strong communicator, able to express herself with utmost clarity and ease, showcasing a maturity and finesse far beyond her years. ...”
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“... One of Sreya’s most important and successful contributions at Samsung was in the area of mobile gaming, wherein she was tasked to study, analyse and come up with design proposals for improving gaming on mobile phones. Insights from her research not only helped validate the strong potential that gaming was as a business for Samsung, but also majorly influenced the headquarters in Korea to roll out a global plan for mobile gaming.
She proved to be a strong communicator, able to express herself with utmost clarity and ease, showcasing a maturity and finesse far beyond her years. ...”
Principal Group Design ManagerMicrosoft
“... I must commend the way you conduct yourself in conversations that require clarity. I’ve learned a lot from your ability to ask insightful questions and challenge assumptions. Your proficiency and pace in delivering designs that adhere to research outcomes is a great skill to have.
Keep up the excellent work and continue to voice your opinions ...”
Principal Design ManagerMicrosoft
“... She has been handling project management independently; which is commendable given the sheer complexity of coordination required. …
Sreya’s storytelling strengths have significantly elevated strategic pitches. … Sreya brings a strong sense of ownership and initiative, consistently stepping into new challenges with confidence. ...”
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“... Sreya is a matured design professional who works towards the greater good of the product. Her strong communication skills and her focus on story telling is commendable. She has a strong visual design acumen, can work with ambiguity and is good with planning and managing work.
Sreya bought expertise and depth to the craft when she joined the team and she has been instrumental in steering the efforts to closure. She has played a key role in coordinating & enrolling partner teams, Planning/tracking of activities inhouse with junior designers. She has been handling project management independently; which is commendable given the sheer complexity of coordination required.
Sreya has consistently demonstrated and delivered exceptional storytelling skills, delivering clear, engaging narratives that bring product features and use cases to life. Sreya’s storytelling strengths have significantly elevated strategic pitches. Her storytelling acumen has been widely recognized, with her North Star concepts receiving appreciation in multiple LT presentations.
Sreya brings a strong sense of ownership and initiative, consistently stepping into new challenges with confidence. She embraces feedback constructively and shows agility in adapting her approach, particularly during execution phases. ...”
Principal Design ManagerMicrosoft
“... You bring passion, speed, depth of thought, and strong product-making instincts, and it’s been a pleasure leading you. … Your speed and rigor transformed our turnaround time from weeks to days. …
Your projects have accelerated decision-making, and it showed perseverance, curiosity, and a true AI-native mindset. ...”
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“... You bring passion, speed, depth of thought, and strong product-making instincts, and it’s been a pleasure leading you. Product metrics are a testament to the craft and rigor you put into it.
Your speed and rigor transformed our turnaround time from weeks to days. The partnership with peers and partners is excellent, and your creative touches, showed both cleverness and ownership.
You’ve proactively nurtured ties with our overseas counterparts. It’s clear you’re bringing their feedback early into your work and using these relationships to tighten cross-surface consistency; this is exactly the “One Microsoft” approach we value.
Your AI journey has been a huge highlight for me. Your projects have accelerated decision-making, and it showed perseverance, curiosity, and a true AI-native mindset. ...”
Principal Product ManagerMicrosoft
“... I value the detail-oriented ownership you bring to UX. You navigate ambiguous compliance questions with care, especially around minors, consent and trust-sensitive experiences.
That combination of craft, judgment and responsibility is particularly important in the AI space. ...”
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Sreya Ahuja
Different worlds.
