About

I'm a product designer who cares about how things feel as much as how they look. I enjoy working from problem framing through to polished interfaces, always grounding decisions in the needs of the people using the product.

This site is a snapshot of how I like to work: thoughtful flows, clear hierarchy, subtle motion, and a focus on outcomes.

Education

  • Professional Diploma in Advanced A.I.

    UCD Online Academy

    2026

  • Professional Diploma in UX Design

    UX Design Institute

    2020

  • B.Sc. in Product Design & Technology

    University of Limerick

    2013

Experience

  • Lead Product Designer

    Motion

    Jan 2026 – Present

  • Product Designer

    Motion

    Nov 2023 – Dec 2025

  • Product Designer

    HireVibes

    Jan 2021 – Oct 2023

  • Owner & Brand Identity Designer

    Get Funky Design

    Jun 2017 – Dec 2020

Seán Mallen speaking about product design in front of an audienceSeán and a colleague reviewing sticky notes at a laptopSeán working at a desk

When I'm not designing

Seán training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
I like to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Seán playing acoustic guitar outdoors
I sometimes break out my guitar
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A short description of what’s happening in this photo.
Seán wearing a paper crown at a fast food restaurant
I’m always down for some fine dining