About Yahya

Yahya is a seasoned product designer with over 7.5 years of experience in crafting digital products.

Throughout his career, he has developed e-commerce and SaaS solutions, partnering with companies across diverse industries—such as gaming, FMCG, logistics, and agriculture.

By designing exceptional user experiences, Yahya has consistently helped businesses achieve their key metrics and drive measurable growth.

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+62 899 7941 041
Email
yahya.ekananta@gmail.com
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I had the privilege of working under Yahya as he led our UI/UX design team, and he stands out as one of the most inspiring and dedicated managers I’ve ever worked with. His passion for his work, his team, and his commitment to the company’s vision was evident in everything he did.

As a manager, Yahya didn’t just guide the team—he elevated our spirit and work ethic. He led with fairness and professionalism, never rushing to place blame when challenges arose. Instead, he focused on finding solutions by addressing the root causes, creating a culture of problem-solving and growth.

Yahya's deep expertise in product design and user experience consistently delivered results that exceeded expectations, often surpassing other departments. Beyond his technical skills, he maintained excellent relationships across the organization, fostering a collaborative environment that made achieving success even more seamless.

I highly recommend Yahya for any position requiring an experienced product design expert with a proven track record, a strong work ethic, and a creative approach to problem-solving. He would be a tremendous asset to any team.
Gede Surya Darmawan
UX Illustrator
Direct report to Yahya @Semaai
I have had the pleasure of working with Yahya and observing his growth both professionally and personally. He is a highly motivated and driven individual with a passion in product design. He has shown great dedication to his work and have consistently exceeded expectations.

One of Yahya’s greatest strength is his ability to work well with others and his determination towards his goal especially when He faced trouble, he will not easily give up and will push forward to look for solution. Overall, he is a great team player and are always willing to lend a helping hand.

If you have any further questions about Yahya’s abilities or work ethic, please do not hesitate to reach out to me.
Stephen Thio
Senior Product Designer
Mentor to Yahya @KargoTechnologies
I had the pleasure of sharing the same tribe with Yahya in Warung Pintar, and he was the first Interaction Designer for whom I was involved with in hiring.

Previously, we hadn’t had any IXDs in our tribe, and our needs were slightly different from the other tribes in our company - however, together with HR and our other IXDs, we redesigned the hiring procedure for IXDs.

When Yahya came in for the interview, we were initially skeptical about him - the tools he’s used previously were different from the ones we were using in our team, and the PMs were looking for someone with a more matching set of hard skills to our requirements.

We decided to proceed with Yahya to the test phase, and to our surprise, he was the only candidate who did field research in his test and actually talked to potential users who were similar to the user base. Yahya is a naturally user-centric designer, and he actually enjoys getting feedback on his work from the users themselves, which set him apart from the other candidates at the time, and his communication skills were also up to par (knowing how to stay unbiased and neutral can be hard when it’s YOUR WORK that’s being criticized).

As a researcher, I found it very easy and natural to work with him, and if you’re worried about feedback loops about products in the testing phase, you won’t need to with Yahya.
Arief Naufal Pramudito
Product Design Manager | UX Researcher
Worked with Yahya on the same team @Warung Pintar
Yahya not only shares his knowledge but also actively listens to others, encouraging diverse perspectives. He willingly gathers input and offers thoughtful feedback to the design team. As a lead and senior designer, Yahya consistently dedicated his time to teach and guide the team, treating everyone as equals, with no boundaries between senior and junior members.

It’s always been a pleasure working with him. I highly recommend Yahya to any team or company looking for a UI/UX designer with a passion for learning, humility, and a talent for delivering impactful feedback.
Realino Marpaung
UI/UX Designer
Direct report to Yahya @Semaai
From the moment I started working with Yahya, it was clear that he’s not only full of knowledge but also genuinely open to listening to others. As a lead designer, Yahya has a unique ability to push our team to reach our full potential, all while creating a space where we feel supported and valued. His feedback is always constructive, helping us grow without feeling discouraged, and he gives us the freedom to explore our own ideas.

When it comes to design, Yahya’s skills speak for themselves. He’s brought countless innovative ideas to the company and never hesitates to introduce bold, new designs. He sets a strong example for thinking big and making an impact through our work. His mastery of design frameworks—whether it’s design thinking or JTBD (jobs-to-be-done)—is second to none.

Working with Yahya is truly a pleasure. He leads with knowledge, creativity, and a fun, approachable style that makes collaboration effortless.
Indira Kusumanagari
UI/UX Designer
Direct report to Yahya @Semaai

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