Maggie Tarwater

Led strategic design partnerships with global pharmaceutical organizations (including Amgen and Merck) to architect and launch scalable mobile health platforms serving complex biologic therapies. Defined and delivered AI-driven workflows that guided patients through high-risk medication validation and adherence journeys within regulated SaMD environments.

Applied human-centered design and human factors principles to optimize safety, usability, and trust, driving iterative improvements through structured usability testing and data-informed decision-making. Identified competitive landscape insights to influence product strategy and roadmap direction.

Established scalable design systems and processes to manage product complexity, mentoring designers and elevating team standards in craft, systems thinking, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Implemented systems and tools that enhanced operational efficiency, streamlining design workflows.
• Mentored designers and fostered a collaborative, growth-focused team culture.

• Guided 20+ individuals through career transitions in tech and design.
• Focused on UX best practices, interview readiness, and portfolio building.
• Guided mentees through career development and skill enhancement sessions.
• Facilitated workshops to promote personal growth and professional readiness.
• Developed tailored mentorship plans to address individual needs and goals.

Partnered with startups and Fortune 500 organizations across SaaS, Health Tech, AI/ML, FinTech, E-Commerce, and Hospitality to develop and implement digital product and brand strategies. Designed scalable booking engines, appointment systems, dashboards, and responsive platforms, translating complex business needs into intuitive, high-performing user experiences.

Led client engagement from discovery through execution, managing shifting scopes and tight timelines while addressing cross-industry requirements with strategic judgment and operational discipline.

• Ensured software applications were functional and aligned with client specifications.

Led strategic design partnerships with global pharmaceutical organizations (including Amgen and Merck) to architect and launch scalable mobile health platforms serving complex biologic therapies. Defined and delivered AI-driven workflows that guided patients through high-risk medication validation and adherence journeys within regulated SaMD environments.

Applied human-centered design and human factors principles to enhance safety, usability, and trust, utilizing structured usability testing and data-informed decision-making for iterative product improvements and strategic roadmap influence.

Established scalable design systems and operational frameworks to manage product complexity, mentoring designers and enhancing team standards in craft, systems thinking, and cross-functional collaboration.

Directed end-to-end production of branded print and digital campaigns, aligning creative strategy with client business objectives. Led cross-functional teams, vendor partnerships, and multi-phase project roadmaps from concept through execution. Implemented scalable project management systems to improve workflow efficiency, stakeholder transparency, and delivery consistency, while mentoring junior team members and elevating operational standards.

• Managed project timelines, resources, and budgets throughout lifecycle, ensuring deliverables met quality standards.
• Led planning and execution of multiple initiatives across departments, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align on project objectives, facilitating communication and project success.