How are Toptal UX Strategists different?

At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our UX Strategists to ensure we only match you with talent of the highest caliber. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut. You’ll work with design experts (never generalized recruiters or HR reps) to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics. The end result: expert vetted talent from our network, custom matched to fit your business needs.

Can I hire UX Strategists in less than 48 hours through Toptal?

Depending on availability and how fast you can progress, you could start working with a UX Strategist within 48 hours of signing up.

What is the no-risk trial period for Toptal UX Strategists?

We make sure that each engagement between you and your UX Strategist begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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Sanchit Sharma

Freelance UX Strategist

UX Strategy, Sketch 4, InVision, Zeplin, Figma, Balsamiq, Marvel, InVision Studio, Android, iOS App Design, Android App Design, Wireframing, Dashboard Design,

IndiaToptal Member Since April 12, 2019

Sanchit is an award-winning designer and certified no-code development expert with 8+ years of experience. Thriving in diverse environments, from dynamic startups to established enterprises, he serves as Domingo's sole creative director, leading a team of 15. With exceptional communication skills and an innovative approach, Sanchit consistently delivers outstanding results. He is recognized as a leader and innovator with a portfolio of 200+ clients and projects.

Arthur Sam Badalian

Freelance UX Strategist

UX Strategy, Figma, User Experience (UX), User Interface (UI), Web Design, Web UX Design, Web UX, UI Design, Rebranding, Design Systems, Visual Design, Websites,

United StatesToptal Member Since March 26, 2019

Arthur helps transform clients' online presence with high-impact web designs that drive conversions. He creates refined, sophisticated, and premium designs, and his process-driven approach to web creation is meticulous, leveraging data and research at every stage. Arthur ensures that your brand is optimized for what really matters.

Andra Tirla

Freelance UX Strategist

UX Strategy, User Flows, Data Visualization, Dashboard Design, Agile UX, B2B, Sketch, InVision, Zeplin, UX Flows, Wireframing, SaaS Design, UX Design,

RomaniaToptal Member Since January 23, 2018

With over a decade of experience in product UX/UI design, Andra has a proven track record of helping startups bring their product ideas to life, from concept to successful launch. From user research and product strategy to prototyping and user testing, Andra oversees every stage of the project lifecycle with meticulous attention to detail. Her working process is characterized by a unique blend of strategy and creativity that delivers exceptional user experiences and measurable business results.

Lander Muruaga

Freelance UX Strategist

UX Strategy, Sketch, InVision, Photoshop CC, Axure RP Pro, Zeplin, iOS, Android, User Experience (UX), Information Architecture (IA), Wireframing, Service Design, Usability Testing,

SpainToptal Member Since September 18, 2019

Lander is a UX design expert with over 15 years of experience helping companies conceptualize, design, and launch easy-to-use products and services through research and strategy. He works worldwide with corporations, governments, and startups helping them grow their products and services.

Lance Shields

Freelance UX Strategist

UX Strategy, Sketch, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Experience Design (XD), Axure RP Pro, InDesign CC, WordPress, Creative Direction, UX Design, UI Design, Product Design, Web Design, Mobile UX,

United StatesToptal Member Since January 31, 2019

Lance is an award-winning design director, product designer, and UX strategist with an MBA. He has 20+ years experience doing hands-on UX/UI design and leading design and strategy at three global agencies, two Fortune 500s, and his own design agency. He has helped shape products and brands for Adobe, Red Bull, Visa, Zipcar, and ADP. His work has won multiple awards including Webby, W3, and Davey Awards. He loves solving complex design problems.

Rehan Saiyed

Freelance UX Strategist

UX Strategy, Interface Design, Human-centered Design (HCD), Miro, Figma, Web UX, Web UX Design, iOS, Sketch, Presentation Design, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Experience Design (XD),

AustraliaToptal Member Since May 24, 2019

Rehan is an award-winning designer specializing in branding, interactive experiences, and digital twin solutions. With a deep passion for multidisciplinary creative endeavors, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership across multiple sectors, seamlessly merging art, design, storytelling, and technology. His expertise lies in the jobs-to-be-done theory and value proposition design. Rehan is known for his collaborative spirit and portfolio of award-winning work featured in global publications.

Helen Wood

Freelance UX Strategist

UX Strategy, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Sketch, iOS, UX Flows, UX Design, Web UX, UI Design, Mobile UI Design, iOS UI Design, User Interface (UI), Adobe CC,

United KingdomToptal Member Since September 11, 2019

Helen is a creative UX director with a true passion for design, UX, UI, and the overall customer experience. She has built and managed large UX teams for enterprise clients and still likes to do some hands-on work to stay relevant in the industry. She has often been brought into jobs to "rescue" problematic projects and has done so with great success.

Ruven Riepert

Freelance UX Strategist

UX Strategy, Marketing, User Interviews, Wireframing, Strategy, UX Testing, eCommerce,

GermanyToptal Member Since September 16, 2019

Ruven is a passionate service designer and UX expert with a strategic mindset and over 15 years of experience in the communication industry. He has an extensive background in UX design, strategy, and creative concepting. Ruven has helped build impactful experiences and services in various UX roles for world-renowned and niche market brands.

Sasha Marchenko

Freelance UX Strategist

UX Strategy, Zeplin, Visual Design, Art Direction, UX Design, Mobile Prototypes, Personas, UI Design, User Interviews, InVision, User Experience (UX), Photoshop CC, Illustrator CC,

United StatesToptal Member Since January 5, 2018

Sasha has over a decade of design experience in the San Francisco Bay Area and abroad for corporate and startup clients. She is well-versed in design and specializes in defining UX strategies and user tests and transforming complex technical requirements into intuitive, approachable designs.

Mini Kim

Freelance UX Strategist

UX Strategy, Journey Mapping, Sketch, OmniGraffle, UX Sketching, Usability Testing, Web Usability, User Interviews, UX Research, User Journey Maps, Service Design, User Flows, Personas,

United StatesToptal Member Since March 13, 2019

Mini has worked with a diverse array of clients for over a decade in New York City. She enjoys learning about different industries and their unique challenges, having worked with healthcare, finance, and technology companies, amongst others. Mini strongly believes that UX is about collaboration between the business, users, and technology. In every project, she uses various UX methods and deliverables to get the best results.

Marco Righetto

Freelance UX Strategist

UX Strategy, UX Research, Product Design, UI Design, MVP Design, Information Architecture (IA), Service Design, iOS App Design, Conceptual Design,

SpainToptal Member Since April 15, 2019

Marco creates positive changes via human-centered innovation. A well-rounded designer, he's honed his skills at international consultancies (Fjord and IDEO), a boutique digital product agency (Hanzo), a data-driven startup (SumAll), and his own social good project, Streetlives. He specializes in designing products and service that drive organizational, business, and societal impact. His work has been recognized by IxDA, EYA, and Adobe.

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Michael is an incredible designer, and has been a great fit for our project. He just gets it in a way that can’t be taught. My goal was to pay Toptal to find me a high quality designer for my project, and that is exactly what happened. It was easy. Being able to see the portfolio work on Toptal’s platform is what gave me the infomation I needed to choose Michael. I have nothing but good things to say about Toptal and am looking forward to using Toptal for other projects in the future.

Edward Daniel

Co-Founder

I've worked very closely with Martina for over a year and have to say she is one of the best people I have ever worked with. Instead of simply following instructions blindly, she thinks through the task at hand, becoming a thought partner to help with whatever the project may be. Besides being super talented at design, she possesses specific qualities that make her exceptional to work with given the fast paced nature of being a startup. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, professional designer who doesn't need much direction to hit the ground running.

Sahil Khanna

Sr. Manager, Marketing

Darko did a great job figuring out the user architecture for our concept, which led him to produce terrific wireframes. His knowledge of usability and design was a perfect match for the outside voice we needed to help jumpstart our project. We would certainly recommend him and work with him again in the future.

Rich Danker

Founder

Carlos has the unique talent of blending both quantitative and qualitative research to keenly identify UX challenges and opportunities. He thinks methodically, emphatically, and holistically to produce data-driven strategies and well-executed designs. Over the past 8 years of working with fully or partially distributed teams, Carlos manages working remotely far better than anyone I've encountered because of his strong communication and presentation skills. He is the first on my list the next time I need a UX designer.

Michelle Krogmeier

Project Manager

Rafael is an amazing designer. His aesthetic sense is spot on, and he seems to be able to anticipate our needs before we even know what they are. He's taken the time to understand both our company and our clientele, and his solutions are consistently in-line with our values, interests, and our customers' needs. He delivers on time (if not earlier), works quickly, is well organized, and very effective. He's a pleasure to work with, and we're very happy to have found him through Toptal.

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CTO

How to Hire UX Strategists through Toptal

Talk to One of Our Industry Experts

A Toptal director of design will work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics.

Work With Hand-Selected Talent

Within days, we'll introduce you to the right UX Strategist for your project. Average time to match is under 24 hours.

The Right Fit, Guaranteed

Work with your new UX Strategist for a trial period (pay only if satisfied), ensuring they're the right fit before starting the engagement.

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Access a vast pool of skilled designers in our talent network and hire the top 3% within just 48 hours.

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FAQs

How are Toptal UX Strategists different?
At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our UX Strategists to ensure we only match you with talent of the highest caliber. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut. You’ll work with design experts (never generalized recruiters or HR reps) to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics. The end result: expert vetted talent from our network, custom matched to fit your business needs.
Can I hire UX Strategists in less than 48 hours through Toptal?
Depending on availability and how fast you can progress, you could start working with a UX Strategist within 48 hours of signing up.
What is the no-risk trial period for Toptal UX Strategists?
We make sure that each engagement between you and your UX Strategist begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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We handle all aspects of billing, payments, and NDA’s. Let us take care of the overhead while you focus on building great products.
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Choose the engagement type that suits your needs — hourly, part-time, or full-time — with the ability to change anytime.
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