Bridging design and engineering: from Microsoft to independent innovation

I’ve spent many years bridging design and engineering, turning complex tech into experiences everyone can use. From being a Design Lead at Microsoft’s developer tools to crafting independent solutions, I combine design expertise with technical knowledge to create accessible, intuitive products.

Bridging design and engineering: from Microsoft to independent innovation

I’ve spent many years bridging design and engineering, turning complex tech into experiences everyone can use. From being a Design Lead at Microsoft’s developer tools to crafting independent solutions, I combine design expertise with technical knowledge to create accessible, intuitive products.

Bridging design and engineering: from Microsoft to independent innovation

I’ve spent many years bridging design and engineering, turning complex tech into experiences everyone can use. From being a Design Lead at Microsoft’s developer tools to crafting independent solutions, I combine design expertise with technical knowledge to create accessible, intuitive products.

Bridging design and engineering

My expertise lies in uniting strategic design thinking with technical implementation – a combination essential in today’s complex technology landscape. I excel at transforming intricate technical requirements into thoughtful, accessible solutions that enhance user experiences and drive business success.

A career shaped by innovation

Microsoft: crafting developer experiences

As the Design Lead for Visual Studio for Mac at Microsoft, I led a team dedicated to enhancing the user experience for developers worldwide. Our focus on accessibility and intuitive design extended across Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code, and other critical developer tools.

Xamarin: pioneering cross-platform design

At Xamarin, I played a key role in defining the company’s product design approach. This experience, which continued after Microsoft’s acquisition of Xamarin, significantly shaped my expertise in creating seamless experiences across desktop and mobile platforms.

Key achievements

  • Pioneered the adoption of Figma at Microsoft, revolutionizing design collaboration for thousands of professionals.

  • Led the Visual Studio for Mac design team, serving as the cross-platform UI Subject Matter Expert.

  • Guided Microsoft developers in adhering to platform-specific design guidelines, ensuring consistency across products.

  • Contributed significantly to Xamarin’s product suite, setting new standards in cross-platform user experiences.

Skills and expertise

  • Product Design & Accessibility

  • Design Systems & Cross-platform UI Design

  • AI Integration in Design (OpenAI API, AI-powered scripts)

  • Icon Design & Visual Language Development

  • Front-End Development (TypeScript, HTML, CSS, Vue.js, C#, XAML, Python)

  • Mobile Application & Performance-critical Development

  • Proficient in Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Visual Studio Code, JetBrains Rider

  • Leadership, Cross-team Collaboration, Community Engagement

My passion for design and technology extends beyond my professional life. I’ve organized Indie Game Developer and Figma User Groups in Prague, fostering a community of creative professionals.

I’m also proud to be a member of design and animation groups M1M0, Jsem.cz, and Neurobion.

I've had the privilege of working with Václav Vančura for nearly two decades, and it's an understatement to say he is an exceptional talent in both design and engineering. He's a technologist with a creative mind. This makes him a formidable addition to any team. His meticulous attention to detail ensures not only the highest quality but also infuses a unique flair in his work.

Václav's experience is so uniquely vast, spanning multiple projects over many years, yet he approaches each new challenge with the eagerness of a lifelong learner, constantly refining his skills and techniques.

Václav's efficiency is remarkable. He consistently delivers at a pace that sets a high bar for professionals in our field. He is an individual of the highest integrity and is genuinely a pleasure to collaborate with. His trustworthy nature and positive attitude make him not just a valuable team member, but a cherished colleague.

Václav is a rare and unique talent. Any team would be fortunate to have him, and I wholeheartedly recommend him for any endeavor he chooses to pursue.

Alex Schleifer

Human Computer, formerly Chief Design Officer at Airbnb

I've had the privilege of working with Václav Vančura for nearly two decades, and it's an understatement to say he is an exceptional talent in both design and engineering. He's a technologist with a creative mind. This makes him a formidable addition to any team. His meticulous attention to detail ensures not only the highest quality but also infuses a unique flair in his work.

Václav's experience is so uniquely vast, spanning multiple projects over many years, yet he approaches each new challenge with the eagerness of a lifelong learner, constantly refining his skills and techniques.

Václav's efficiency is remarkable. He consistently delivers at a pace that sets a high bar for professionals in our field. He is an individual of the highest integrity and is genuinely a pleasure to collaborate with. His trustworthy nature and positive attitude make him not just a valuable team member, but a cherished colleague.

Václav is a rare and unique talent. Any team would be fortunate to have him, and I wholeheartedly recommend him for any endeavor he chooses to pursue.

Alex Schleifer

Human Computer, formerly Chief Design Officer at Airbnb

I've had the privilege of working with Václav Vančura for nearly two decades, and it's an understatement to say he is an exceptional talent in both design and engineering. He's a technologist with a creative mind. This makes him a formidable addition to any team. His meticulous attention to detail ensures not only the highest quality but also infuses a unique flair in his work.

Václav's experience is so uniquely vast, spanning multiple projects over many years, yet he approaches each new challenge with the eagerness of a lifelong learner, constantly refining his skills and techniques.

Václav's efficiency is remarkable. He consistently delivers at a pace that sets a high bar for professionals in our field. He is an individual of the highest integrity and is genuinely a pleasure to collaborate with. His trustworthy nature and positive attitude make him not just a valuable team member, but a cherished colleague.

Václav is a rare and unique talent. Any team would be fortunate to have him, and I wholeheartedly recommend him for any endeavor he chooses to pursue.

Alex Schleifer

Human Computer, formerly Chief Design Officer at Airbnb

Vaclav has remarkable and unique talent for graphics and drawing. His work goes beyond conventional web design and connects two separate worlds – technology and art. We were very satisfied. Not only because of the great results but also due to very smooth and reliable cooperation.

Robert Haas

Co-founder at SYMBIO Agency

Vaclav has remarkable and unique talent for graphics and drawing. His work goes beyond conventional web design and connects two separate worlds – technology and art. We were very satisfied. Not only because of the great results but also due to very smooth and reliable cooperation.

Robert Haas

Co-founder at SYMBIO Agency

Vaclav has remarkable and unique talent for graphics and drawing. His work goes beyond conventional web design and connects two separate worlds – technology and art. We were very satisfied. Not only because of the great results but also due to very smooth and reliable cooperation.

Robert Haas

Co-founder at SYMBIO Agency

Experienced programmer & excellent Illustrator. What a strange connection. The exception proves the rule. Great ideas, precise execution, up-to-date technology, cutting-edge technique and strong sense for detail. All this makes Vaclav a Master!

Petr Slobodzian

Art Director at EURO RSCG 4D, User Experience Designer at Komerční banka

Experienced programmer & excellent Illustrator. What a strange connection. The exception proves the rule. Great ideas, precise execution, up-to-date technology, cutting-edge technique and strong sense for detail. All this makes Vaclav a Master!

Petr Slobodzian

Art Director at EURO RSCG 4D, User Experience Designer at Komerční banka

Experienced programmer & excellent Illustrator. What a strange connection. The exception proves the rule. Great ideas, precise execution, up-to-date technology, cutting-edge technique and strong sense for detail. All this makes Vaclav a Master!

Petr Slobodzian

Art Director at EURO RSCG 4D, User Experience Designer at Komerční banka

Václav's commitment to work is hard to find: he is able to realize excellent products, in a timely manner, because of it and his passion. He is also one of the few people I met able to conjugate high-profile designer qualities with great AS coding skills. During our work for Myousica, Václav managed to sustain heavy quantity of tasks and issues while always maintaining good feelings, even when the problems were really hard to fix. It is a pleasure to work with him.

Marcello Barnaba

CEO at myousica.com, Software Engineer & Sysadmin, Independent Researcher

Václav's commitment to work is hard to find: he is able to realize excellent products, in a timely manner, because of it and his passion. He is also one of the few people I met able to conjugate high-profile designer qualities with great AS coding skills. During our work for Myousica, Václav managed to sustain heavy quantity of tasks and issues while always maintaining good feelings, even when the problems were really hard to fix. It is a pleasure to work with him.

Marcello Barnaba

CEO at myousica.com, Software Engineer & Sysadmin, Independent Researcher

Václav's commitment to work is hard to find: he is able to realize excellent products, in a timely manner, because of it and his passion. He is also one of the few people I met able to conjugate high-profile designer qualities with great AS coding skills. During our work for Myousica, Václav managed to sustain heavy quantity of tasks and issues while always maintaining good feelings, even when the problems were really hard to fix. It is a pleasure to work with him.

Marcello Barnaba

CEO at myousica.com, Software Engineer & Sysadmin, Independent Researcher

Mobile IQ has repeatedly used Václav to provide graphic design services. His creative skills and ability to produce a compelling design which meets the brief are excellent. He is also proficient at implementing a website design into HTML and CSS using a one or more CMS systems. He is a pro-active communicator and continually delivers on time and to budget. I would no hesitation in recommending Václav.

Shaun Barriball

CEO at MobileIQ, Chief Product Owner at Screwfix

Mobile IQ has repeatedly used Václav to provide graphic design services. His creative skills and ability to produce a compelling design which meets the brief are excellent. He is also proficient at implementing a website design into HTML and CSS using a one or more CMS systems. He is a pro-active communicator and continually delivers on time and to budget. I would no hesitation in recommending Václav.

Shaun Barriball

CEO at MobileIQ, Chief Product Owner at Screwfix

Mobile IQ has repeatedly used Václav to provide graphic design services. His creative skills and ability to produce a compelling design which meets the brief are excellent. He is also proficient at implementing a website design into HTML and CSS using a one or more CMS systems. He is a pro-active communicator and continually delivers on time and to budget. I would no hesitation in recommending Václav.

Shaun Barriball

CEO at MobileIQ, Chief Product Owner at Screwfix

Václav is a digital media wizard with talent, experiences and knowledge of everything from hand drawing, animation, web design, user interface design to programming. If you like his style you can't go wrong with him.

Tomáš Mrkvička

Communication Strategist and Creative Thinker

Václav is a digital media wizard with talent, experiences and knowledge of everything from hand drawing, animation, web design, user interface design to programming. If you like his style you can't go wrong with him.

Tomáš Mrkvička

Communication Strategist and Creative Thinker

Václav is a digital media wizard with talent, experiences and knowledge of everything from hand drawing, animation, web design, user interface design to programming. If you like his style you can't go wrong with him.

Tomáš Mrkvička

Communication Strategist and Creative Thinker

Vaclav is a very talented artist who's not afraid to get his hands dirty with code.

Jakub Steiner

Principal Visual Designer at Redhat, Inc.

Vaclav is a very talented artist who's not afraid to get his hands dirty with code.

Jakub Steiner

Principal Visual Designer at Redhat, Inc.

Vaclav is a very talented artist who's not afraid to get his hands dirty with code.

Jakub Steiner

Principal Visual Designer at Redhat, Inc.

Let’s connect

I’m always excited to discuss new ideas, collaborate on projects, or share insights about the ever-evolving world of design and technology. Feel free to reach out:

Let’s create something amazing together!

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Last update: July 9, 2024

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Last update: July 9, 2024

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Last update: July 9, 2024

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