Andrés
Chavarría
Crafting digital experiences at the intersection of function and emotion.
About
Designing for the
human in the loop
My journey started where creativity meets culture in the first independent social media agency in Portugal, where I learned that great design is always about people first.
From fintech to luxury automotive, I've led design teams that ship products millions of people use daily. Currently at Mercedes-Benz.io, I drive the digital experience strategy for one of the world's most iconic brands.
I believe the best interfaces are the ones you don't notice, they simply work, and they feel right.
Experience
Grew from Senior Experience Designer into Lead Experience Designer, driving the digital future of one of the world's most storied automotive brands. Leading cross-functional design teams across Lisbon, Braga, Stuttgart and Berlin, shaping the connected car ecosystem and owner digital journeys from concept to production.
Led UX for a fast-growing fintech startup building financial comparison tools across Europe. Scaled the design function from scratch — hiring, building processes, and shipping products that simplified complex financial decisions for millions of users.
Started as an intern and grew into Digital Art Director at Portugal's first independent social media agency, pioneering digital-first creative strategies for major national and international brands, blending visual storytelling with emerging social platforms.
Skills
Product Design
From wireframe to pixel-perfect delivery. Interaction design, visual systems, and prototyping with a strong eye for detail and craft.
UX Strategy
Research-led design thinking. Translating user insights and business goals into product visions that teams rally around.
Design Leadership
Building and mentoring high-performing design teams. Creating the culture, processes, and systems that scale quality.