Sarah Thompson
Design Director
About Sarah
Sarah Thompson leads Atomic Robot’s Design team, bringing over 15 years of experience in digital product design. She oversees all design processes and ensures our products not only look beautiful but deliver exceptional user experiences that solve real problems.
Background
Sarah joined Atomic Robot in 2014 after working as Senior UX Designer at a prominent digital agency. Previously, she was part of in-house design teams at several tech companies, where she gained valuable experience creating user-centered digital products.
She holds a BFA in Graphic Design from RISD and an MA in Interaction Design from Carnegie Mellon University.
Design Philosophy
Sarah approaches design with these core principles:
- Design should solve real user problems first and foremost
- Research and user testing are non-negotiable parts of the process
- Great design is invisible - it simply works
- Collaboration between design and development creates better products
- Design systems provide consistency while enabling creativity
Expertise
Sarah’s areas of expertise include:
- User experience design and strategy
- User research methodologies
- Design systems development
- Interactive prototyping
- Accessibility and inclusive design
- Design team leadership and mentoring
Industry Involvement
Sarah regularly speaks at design conferences and has published articles in leading UX publications. She co-organizes a local Design Systems meetup and participates in mentorship programs supporting women in tech.
Personal
Outside of work, Sarah is an avid photographer, focusing primarily on urban landscapes. She volunteers teaching design skills to high school students and enjoys hiking with her rescue dog, Max.