Hi, I'm Rukmini!
A little bit about me...
My name is Rukmini Bose and I am currently a UX Designer for KBR, working at NASA Ames Research Center on VIPER's Missions Systems team. VIPER is a NASA Mission that is sending the a rover to the South Pole of the moon to look for water and other key resources.
I graduated from the University of California, Santa Cruz with Bachelors in Computer Science and Cognitive Science with a focus on Artificial Intelligence and Human-Computer Interaction in December 2021.
I am very passionate in pursuing a career in the UX Design and Research– especially to understand the connection between technology and the human mind and applying common design fundamentals in creative and groundbreaking ways. I have a particular interest in autonomous vehicle design– whether it be cars, planes, trains, or even rovers that go to space!
I am looking always looking for opportunities that will allow me to not only showcase my creativity and technical skills but make a greater impact in the world.
EXPERIENCE
UX Designer and UI Developer
December 2021 - Present
UC Santa Cruz Genomics Institute
Web & Digital Graphics Specialist
Sept 2021 - December 2021
Cisco
User Experience Design Intern
June 2021 - Sept 2021
UC Santa Cruz Information & Technology
Business Analyst & IT Developer
Jan 2021 - June 2021
UC Santa Cruz Research
Data Analyst & Computer Programmer
Nov 2020 - Present
UC Santa Cruz Human-Computer Interaction Lab
Undergraduate Lab Researcher
Jan 2021 - March 2021
When I'm not a computer, I like to:
Spend quality time
with my
friends & family.
Go hiking &
spend time in
nature.
Listen to music
& make covers of
songs on the
euphonium and piano.
Lift heavy weights
at the gym. I am currently training to compete in powerlifting.
EDUCATION/ COURSEWORK.
University of California Santa Cruz
B.S. Computer Science
B.S. Cognitive Science
Deans Honor Scholar
Sept 2018 - Dec 2021
Cognitive Science Courses
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Eye-Tracking
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Perception
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Psychology Data Analysis
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Psycholinguistics
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Cognition: Fundamental Theories
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Research Methods in Psychology
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Psychological Statistics
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Learning & Memory
Computer Science Courses
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Artificial Intelligence
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Algorithms & Data Structures
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Computer Graphics
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Assembly Language & Computer Architecture
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Web Applications & Databases
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Computer Technical Writing
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Operating Systems
Technical Skills
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Coding Languages: Java, C, HTML/CSS, Python, JavaScript, R, SPSS, LaTeX
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Familiar with: Node.js, React, Express.js, PostgreSQL
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Editing Softwares: Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Canva, WordPress, Excel
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Research, Presentation, Collaboration, Leadership
Research and Volunteer Project
Oct 2017 - May 2018
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Researched on the discrimination and lack of employment among the autism community.
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Worked in a high school classroom with students with moderate to severe autism
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Advocated for a change in the special education curriculum to include more communicative activities.
Carnegie Hall Performer
Feb 2017
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Auditioned and performed at Carnegie Hall in New York on the euphonium alongside several world-class musicians
Varsity Drum Major
June 2017 - Dec 2017
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Was the high school Varsity Marching Band's drum major and led a group of 250+ musicians through rehearsals and competitions.
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Received 1st place overall drum major at state championships.