Hey, my name is Zeke
Current based in Colorado, USA
Open to relocation
Swiss citizen - eligible for EU work
Open to new work :)
Check out some of my recent work projects
We simplified the sign-up experience for new AWS devs by introducing social login, reducing 40% of steps, and automating a best-practice environment from the start, allowing devs to to configure less and deploy faster.
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We reduced auditing and troubleshooting times by 80% (from hours to minutes) by replacing a single-page auditing workflow with a contextual integrated widget, surfacing data where admins naturally look for it.
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Design Systems
Information Architecture
I'm working on a complete overhaul for the open source image editing tool GIMP. Architecture rework, visual UI refresh, a new design system, and a major investigation of the current UX.
This project has been quite the undertaking but has already taught me a ton about production level design systems and how open-source technical stacks play a big role in it's ability to have robust UI.
Mechanics
Electronics programming
I breathed new life into my trusty car, a Mitsubishi Endeavor, by giving it the tech upgrade it always deserved. A full 11.5" touchscreen + backup and dash cams.
Only problem is that it lacks physical inputs, the buttons and dials that make car dashboards intuitive while on the road. So I decided i'd install my own custom volume dial with a screen and make a custom interface for it.
Design is never neutral. I approach every project with an awareness of equity, systemic impact, and user agency. I actively reject dark patterns, protect user atonomy, and ensure products serve people fairly rather than exploiting them for short-term metrics.
Inclusivity isn't a feature to audit at the end; it's a core opportunity from day zero. I build with universal and human-first design standards and regulations ensuring my experiences are effortless for everyone, regardless of ability or device.
Functional doesn't have to mean sterile. I love to incorporate thoughtful micro-interactions, playful details, and subtle moments of joy that make digital products feel alive and human without ever compromising clarity or speed.
Great design lives in the details. From responsive layout grids and tokenized design systems to graceful handling of error states and edge cases, I hold a high bar for polish, performance, and structure every time I deliver something.
Beautiful visuals are meaningless if they don't solve the right problem. I root my work in deep inquiry and learning, untangling complex workflows, streamlining cognitive load, and creating clear, functional paths out of complicated requirements.