Bruno Ferreira da Silva Open to new projects

Freelance Senior Product Designer

Empowering product and business through
faster experimentation

I’m a Senior Product Designer specializing in UX research, design systems, and digital transformation for SaaS & enterprise solutions, and an AI enthusiast.

About

I help digital products grow by designing clear and effective experiences.

I’m a Senior Product Designer with 10+ years in product and UX design, working at the intersection of user needs, business goals, and technical constraints.

I help teams turn complexity into clear, scalable product experiences, through research, strategy, and hands-on design.

years of design experience
16+
collaborations around the world
23+
More about me
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Approach

Design that scales clarity, not complexity

My approach to product design is rooted in clarity, not guesswork. I help teams and businesses move faster by aligning design with product goals and customer needs, from early strategy to final execution. Every decision is grounded in research, shaped by collaboration, and built to evolve.

Services
  1. Impact

    Outcome-first

    I design to impact KPIs, activation, retention, conversion, not just surface-level UX.

  2. Decision key

    Insight-driven

    Research and analytics inform every decision, reducing risk and assumptions.

  3. Collaboration

    Cross-functional

    I work closely with product, tech, and business to keep execution sharp and relevant.

  4. Work loop

    Iterative by default

    Small loops, frequent testing, and constant feedback keep products moving forward.

Clients

Who I’ve worked with

From startups to global platforms, always with a focus on results.

  • Farfetch
  • Hitachi
  • Kuehne+Nagel
  • Uphold
  • Tridonic
  • Pixelplan
  • ECI Software Solutions
  • Naviu
  • Pentaho

Testimonials

What it’s like to collaborate together

Become partners for the long run.

I have had the pleasure of working with Bruno for over 3 years, and I can confidently say that he is an exceptional designer with a passion for delivering high-quality work.

Bruno has a rare combination of creativity and organisation (with a lot of patience). He has a keen eye for detail, which is reflected in his concepts and designs, and he is always looking for ways to improve them. He has extensive experience in several tools, which he utilises effectively to bring his ideas to life. Additionally, he has a deep understanding of the different stages of the design process, from ideation to implementation. His passion supported our design system, and the overall improvement of the UX/UI disciplines.

On a personal level, Bruno is great to work with. He is a true team player always willing to lend a hand to others. He is approachable and easy to communicate with, and a valuable asset to any project.

It was a pleasure to have worked with Bruno, and I see a bright road ahead for him!

Nuno Rafael LourençoHead of Software Design and Architecture @ Porto SW Center of Competence

Bruno was my mentor for 10 months as I went through the UX/UI program at Springboard. Bruno has an excellent knowledge of UX/UI from his years of experience and really helped lead and guide me through my learning process.

He helped push me to understand concepts, brainstormed ideas with me, gave me constructive feedback and was very patient throughout the whole process. Bruno is excellent in developing mentees and sets a great example. I value his thoughts and feedback. He is one I will continue to see advice from. I highly recommend Bruno!

Kellie ThompsonUX/UI Designer | Graphic Designer

I really enjoyed working with Bruno at Uphold, where we partnered on many projects. He has a strong appreciation for the value of UX writing and consistently took the time to walk me through user flows and thoughtfully answer my questions. When he didn’t have an answer right away, he always followed up promptly.

Many of the projects we worked on were complex, but Bruno explained them clearly and logically. He was a true pleasure to collaborate with.

Donna MartinoUX Writer · USAA

I had the chance to work with Bruno on a recent project, and it was a positive experience. As a software tester, I appreciate clear communication and good collaboration, and he made both easy.

I highlight his availability to clarify doubts before and during the testing phase, which resulted in better tests and in catching bugs more easily and quickly.

He approaches design with a practical mindset and is always open to discussing improvements based on feedback from the team. This helped make our workflow smoother and reduced the back-and-forth during testing.

In summary, I recommend him as a reliable and professional designer.

Helena RodriguesSenior QA Analyst · Product Quality & Test Strategy

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Community

Shaping and being shaped by the design community.

From learning at world-class schools to mentoring future designers, I stay connected to the design community through active collaboration, teaching, and shared growth.

Work together

Let’s work where strategy meets execution

I bring structure, clarity, and energy to collaboration. Whether you need a fresh perspective, hands-on support, or long-term design guidance, I’ll meet you where you are and help move your product forward.