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
In-depth Analysis
Conducted a thorough analysis of the existing app and collaborated with qualified domain experts to rework each feature.
User Flows & Navigation
Restructured all user flows and established a coherent navigation pattern across the platform.
UI Kit & Design System
Created a custom UI kit and design system using MUI, and handled version migrations seamlessly.
Usability Testing
Ran usability testing sessions with both internal experts and qualified customers to validate designs.
Outcomes & Impact
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
