Summary
Hugo Ekelund is a UX/UI designer based in Gothenburg with eight years of experience delivering user-centered interfaces for complex industrial and tech products. He earned a degree in Information Technology from Chalmers and is currently pursuing a master's in Interaction Design and Technologies, blending engineering rigor with design research. Since 2022 he has been shaping UX at Volvo Construction Equipment, applying user insights to enhance heavy equipment software and interfaces. He previously designed experiences at Infotiv and IKG Group, and contributed as a teaching assistant at Chalmers, demonstrating mentorship and knowledge sharing. His academic–industry mix includes a master thesis with Twitch and a summer internship at CEVT, underscoring versatility across research and applied practice. He combines IT fundamentals with visual and interaction design to deliver practical, scalable interfaces that balance usability with technical constraints.
8 years of coding experience
Civilingenjörsexamen, Information Technology, Civilingenjörsexamen, Information Technology at Chalmers tekniska högskola