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.
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:
Email: vaclav@vancura.design
LinkedIn: Václav Vančura
GitHub: @vancura
Mastodon: @vancura@mastodon.social
Let’s create something amazing together!