SOPHiA DDM
Role
Senior UX/UI Designer
Duration
7+ years
Team
2 Designers + 15 Developers
Overview
SOPHiA DDM is a cloud-based genomics platform used by hospitals and laboratories worldwide to analyze patient DNA and support clinical decisions. Over 7+ years at SOPHiA GENETICS, including 3 years as a graphic designer, I evolved into a Senior UX/UI Designer, shaping the platform's most critical workflows.
The Challenge
Genomic data is incredibly complex -- variant tables can contain thousands of rows, and clinicians need to quickly identify pathogenic mutations while avoiding false positives. The challenge was to make dense scientific data accessible and actionable for busy healthcare professionals.
Tools & Specs
Design Process
User Research
Conducted interviews with geneticists, oncologists, and lab technicians to understand their daily workflows and pain points.
Information Architecture
Restructured variant interpretation flows to surface critical data while reducing cognitive load.
Design System
Built and maintained a comprehensive MUI-based design system used across all SOPHiA DDM applications.
Iteration & Testing
Ran usability tests with clinicians, iterated on designs based on feedback, and validated with A/B testing.
Outcomes & Impact
Key Results
Impact & Achievements
- Reduced variant review time by streamlining the interpretation workflow
- Maintained design system with 100+ components across multiple applications
- Supported platform used by 1000+ hospitals in 70+ countries
- Shipped a new Web platform with improved responsiveness and modern web standards compliance
Before / After
