UI / UX Design
Fintech Global Money App
Contributed to the evolution of Shyft by Standard Bank through feature design, UI enhancements, and design system alignment within a live fintech product.
Year :
2023
Industry :
Fintech
Client :
Standard Bank
Project Duration :
1 Year

Role & Context:
Joined Byte Orbit as a Mid-Level UI Designer, contributing to the ongoing evolution of Shyft by Standard Bank, a global money app enabling users to buy, send, spend, and exchange foreign currency.
Worked within a cross-functional product team to support the continuous improvement of the platform through feature enhancements and UI updates. Collaborated closely with external Shyft stakeholders, product owners, and internal design leads to translate requirements into polished, user-centered interfaces.
Operated within an established design system while ensuring all work aligned with Shyft’s visual identity and product standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Conceptualize new features based on client requests and product requirements.
Translate briefs into intuitive, high-fidelity UI designs.
Maintain consistency by leveraging and contributing to the existing design system.
Collaborate with product designers, developers, and stakeholders throughout the design lifecycle.
Prepare design files for developer handoff, ensuring clarity and feasibility.
Manage multiple feature requests while balancing business goals and user needs.
Iterate on designs based on feedback and evolving product priorities.

Design Approach:
Approach each feature with a strong focus on usability, clarity, and scalability within a live fintech product.
Evaluate how new features integrate into existing user flows, ensuring the experience remains cohesive and familiar for users. Prioritize clean layouts, clear hierarchy, and thoughtful interaction patterns to support fast, confident decision-making — critical in financial products.
Work autonomously on deliverables while aligning with team processes, design standards, and technical constraints.

Impact
Contribute to the continuous growth of the Shyft platform by delivering production-ready UI that supports new functionality and enhances the overall user experience.
Strengthen the product’s visual consistency by adhering to established design principles and systems, helping maintain the trust and professionalism expected from a global banking product.
Gain deep experience designing within a regulated fintech environment, balancing user needs with business and compliance requirements.

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UI / UX Design
Fintech Global Money App
Contributed to the evolution of Shyft by Standard Bank through feature design, UI enhancements, and design system alignment within a live fintech product.
Year :
2023
Industry :
Fintech
Client :
Standard Bank
Project Duration :
1 Year

Role & Context:
Joined Byte Orbit as a Mid-Level UI Designer, contributing to the ongoing evolution of Shyft by Standard Bank, a global money app enabling users to buy, send, spend, and exchange foreign currency.
Worked within a cross-functional product team to support the continuous improvement of the platform through feature enhancements and UI updates. Collaborated closely with external Shyft stakeholders, product owners, and internal design leads to translate requirements into polished, user-centered interfaces.
Operated within an established design system while ensuring all work aligned with Shyft’s visual identity and product standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Conceptualize new features based on client requests and product requirements.
Translate briefs into intuitive, high-fidelity UI designs.
Maintain consistency by leveraging and contributing to the existing design system.
Collaborate with product designers, developers, and stakeholders throughout the design lifecycle.
Prepare design files for developer handoff, ensuring clarity and feasibility.
Manage multiple feature requests while balancing business goals and user needs.
Iterate on designs based on feedback and evolving product priorities.

Design Approach:
Approach each feature with a strong focus on usability, clarity, and scalability within a live fintech product.
Evaluate how new features integrate into existing user flows, ensuring the experience remains cohesive and familiar for users. Prioritize clean layouts, clear hierarchy, and thoughtful interaction patterns to support fast, confident decision-making — critical in financial products.
Work autonomously on deliverables while aligning with team processes, design standards, and technical constraints.

Impact
Contribute to the continuous growth of the Shyft platform by delivering production-ready UI that supports new functionality and enhances the overall user experience.
Strengthen the product’s visual consistency by adhering to established design principles and systems, helping maintain the trust and professionalism expected from a global banking product.
Gain deep experience designing within a regulated fintech environment, balancing user needs with business and compliance requirements.

More Projects
UI / UX Design
Fintech Global Money App
Contributed to the evolution of Shyft by Standard Bank through feature design, UI enhancements, and design system alignment within a live fintech product.
Year :
2023
Industry :
Fintech
Client :
Standard Bank
Project Duration :
1 Year

Role & Context:
Joined Byte Orbit as a Mid-Level UI Designer, contributing to the ongoing evolution of Shyft by Standard Bank, a global money app enabling users to buy, send, spend, and exchange foreign currency.
Worked within a cross-functional product team to support the continuous improvement of the platform through feature enhancements and UI updates. Collaborated closely with external Shyft stakeholders, product owners, and internal design leads to translate requirements into polished, user-centered interfaces.
Operated within an established design system while ensuring all work aligned with Shyft’s visual identity and product standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Conceptualize new features based on client requests and product requirements.
Translate briefs into intuitive, high-fidelity UI designs.
Maintain consistency by leveraging and contributing to the existing design system.
Collaborate with product designers, developers, and stakeholders throughout the design lifecycle.
Prepare design files for developer handoff, ensuring clarity and feasibility.
Manage multiple feature requests while balancing business goals and user needs.
Iterate on designs based on feedback and evolving product priorities.

Design Approach:
Approach each feature with a strong focus on usability, clarity, and scalability within a live fintech product.
Evaluate how new features integrate into existing user flows, ensuring the experience remains cohesive and familiar for users. Prioritize clean layouts, clear hierarchy, and thoughtful interaction patterns to support fast, confident decision-making — critical in financial products.
Work autonomously on deliverables while aligning with team processes, design standards, and technical constraints.

Impact
Contribute to the continuous growth of the Shyft platform by delivering production-ready UI that supports new functionality and enhances the overall user experience.
Strengthen the product’s visual consistency by adhering to established design principles and systems, helping maintain the trust and professionalism expected from a global banking product.
Gain deep experience designing within a regulated fintech environment, balancing user needs with business and compliance requirements.




