About Me
Kirill Teterine
I specialize in operationalizing design—integrating design systems into the SDLC to maximize development velocity and scaling research into repeatable, accessible frameworks that de-risk multi-million dollar product decisions.
My Journey
22 Years of Design Craft. 15+ Years of Leadership.
I don’t just build interfaces, I architect scalable design ecosystems. I spent over two decades mastering the intersection of user needs and business growth.
My Services
Product Strategy & Management
I align business goals with user needs to define clear product roadmaps. Having collaborated directly with CEOs, CTOs, and VPs, I translate high-level vision into actionable technical requirements, ensuring your product is built to scale and succeed.
UX/UI Design (E2E Product Design)
I create seamless, intuitive user experiences that simplify complex workflows. From wireframing to high-fidelity prototyping, my designs reduce user friction and increase conversion rates by focusing on clarity and accessibility. Let me help you with your MVP.
Scalable Design Systems
With expertise in Design Systems since 2008, I build robust component libraries that allow engineering teams to move faster. I ensure visual consistency across platforms while reducing long-term technical and design debt. Book a call today to find out more.
Research & Data-Driven Insights
I provide extensive user reaserch where I uncover the "why" behind user behavior. Through deep-dive research and usability testing, I turn raw data into actionable strategies that guide product evolution and mitigate the risk of costly pivots.
Visual Design & Animation
Everything from branding to marketing campaign. I leverage my background in animation to add "delight" and functional motion to digital products. This elevates the perceived quality of the brand and guides users through complex transitions effortlessly.
Consulting & Web Development
I provide full WordPress and Webflow site development. I design products with technical feasibility in mind. I provide "developer-ready" handoffs and can consult on the technical architecture of front-end interfaces to ensure pixel-perfect implementation.
Design Operations & SDLC
I re-engineer the design-to-engineering handoff. By automating UX operations and integrating code-backed design systems into the Software Development Life Cycle, I help teams increase sprint velocity and ensure 100% UI consistency across global platforms.
Product-Led Growth (PLG) Strategy
I define product visions that drive revenue. From architecting FinTech payment solutions that scaled to $30M USD in monthly volume to optimizing onboarding for global SaaS ecosystems, I focus on conversion and reducing time-to-value.
Digital Modernization
I specialize in transitioning high-stakes legacy systems into high-performance web platforms. I navigate complex compliance environments (WCAG/ADA/AODA) to ensure products are accessible, secure, and user-friendly for organizations like the CRA and HSBC.
My Skillset
Product Strategy
Since 2015
Product Management
Since 2015
Product Design
Since 2015
Product Research
Since 2015
Design Systems
Since 2008
Graphic Design
Since 2005
Peer Reviews
Throughout my career, I have occupied the unique space between Individual Contributor and Design Executive. I have led as a product design lead, contributed as a specialist, and driven strategy as a product manager, collaborating closely with engineers, VPs, CTOs, and CEOs.
My impact is evidenced by successful acquisitions, massive revenue growth for my partners, and a Security Clearance (Reliability Status) valid through 2032.
[Kirill] demonstrated a strong commitment to his work and a desire to achieve the best possible results. I appreciate his straightforward attitude and his “let’s get it done” mentality, as he consistently seeks ways to enhance our design and process.
Eyal Alon
Senior Software Development Manager
Kirill led a team of designers in a remote setup, shaped team rituals and helped define a massive amount of features at Kinsta. His management, design skills and recommendation had a huge impact on collaboration between design, product, engineering and stakeholders.
Peter Polgar
Head of Product Design
Kirill is the ideal designer and a fantastic senior project lead. He was able to not only nail objectives, but remain agile, while fitting all other projects together to understand the whole story. An art director, project manager, and senior designer all rolled up into one.
Darcy Hughes
CMO – SKIO Music, Recon Instruments
[Kirill] is smart, dedicated, and creative – all qualities you need in a great product manager. His leadership of the payments team at Invoice Simple was a key role in the success that we achieved, and I know that he is going to be a great asset to any team he joins.
Omar M. Khashab
Senior Full-Stack Engineer
Kirill was a very hard working, and team focussed part of our Product and Marketing teams. He has a strong attention to detail, and he is always trying to bring in and use new technologies. His thoughtful brand styling and broad perspective of branding importance always informed his decisions on marketing and product builds, even down to the smallest details.
Zohar Amouyal
Founder & CEO
From the first time I met [Kirill] at Invoice Simple, I was impressed by his positive go-getter energy. He seemed to have a million things that he was pushing forward all at the same time. His drive and his flexibility would be an asset to any organization.
Rene Gourley
Vice President of Engineering