Career paths
Compare each path, then follow the recommended one’s action plan.
Built around what you said is holding you back: Presenting portfolio work clearly
Lead Product Designer · Recommended
Transition from web engineering to lead product designer role, focusing on product design and management.
Skills to add: Product design, User experience (UX) design, Leadership skills, Project management, Strategic thinking
Timeline: 12 months
Income uplift: 20-30%
Senior Web Engineer
Advance within current field by gaining more specialized skills and taking on leadership roles in web engineering projects.
Skills to add: Advanced web development, System architecture, Technical leadership, Mentorship skills
Timeline: 12 months
Income uplift: 15-25%
UX/UI Designer
Shift focus to user experience/interface design, applying web engineering skills to design better user interactions.
Skills to add: UX research, Wireframing, Prototyping, Design systems, Interaction design
Timeline: 12 months
Income uplift: 25-35%
Immediate actions
Do these next.
- Attend workshops or online courses focused on product design and UX/UI principles.
- Network with professionals in the product design and UX/UI fields to gain insights and opportunities.
- Update and clearly present your portfolio to showcase your skills and projects relevant to product design.
Timeline to goal
Month-by-month milestones (12-month plan)
- Month 1
Research and identify key product design and UX/UI courses.
- Month 3
Complete foundational course in product design or UX/UI.
- Month 6
Start applying UX/UI principles to your work and begin building a portfolio.
- Month 9
Seek feedback on your portfolio from professionals and make improvements.
- Month 12
Apply for lead product designer positions and leverage your new skills.
Take action