MIKE ZIMMER
– PRODUCT DESIGN LEADER –
MIKE ZIMMER | PRODUCT DESIGN LEADER
From scaling Credit Karma to shaping what comes next.
The best design work doesn’t come from speed or volume — it comes from presence. From listening. From understanding what matters when everything else is stripped away.
That mindset has shaped how I approach design for over two decades: finding signal in complexity, creating space for people to think clearly, and building systems that feel intuitive because they respect the human on the other side of the screen.
When the noise falls away, clarity emerges.
Mike Zimmer is a design leader who
Leading product design for AI & data-driven products.
20+ years building, scaling & refining digital products - used by millions.
Open to leadership roles, consulting, and collaborative work.
Leading with Clarity
Effective leadership sets the tone.
Design teams thrive when trust replaces urgency.
Mike Zimmer leads with a steady, intentional approach — creating the conditions for excellence through clear principles, shared language & space for designers to think deeply and execute confidently.
Structure without rigidity, guidance without micromanagement & momentum that’s ambitious yet sustainable.
Designs that Define
Turning complexity into clarity.
Strong work begins with alignment.
Mike Zimmer brings clarity to complex products and organizations by connecting strategy, systems & human-centered design around what matters most.
Clarity shapes everything — less friction, better decisions & experiences that scale with confidence and care.
What Comes to Life
Intersection of innovation & intuition.
Mike Zimmer's work shows up in products used by millions — ever heard of Credit Karma?
For more than 20 years, his work has helped organizations navigate change, scale thoughtfully, and build products that hold up over time.
From early-stage ideas to fully scaled platforms across finance, SaaS, geospatial intelligence, e-commerce, and consumer products, the focus remains the same: usability, craft, and long-term thinking — even as complexity grows behind the scenes.
The Approach
Thoughtful by design.
Every engagement starts by slowing down—listening closely, understanding the context & making space for the right questions before moving toward solutions.
Mike Zimmer leads by giving teams a clear story, a high visual standard, & the support they need to deliver thoughtful work
Proven success through alignment early, iteration with intent, and execution that feels calm, cohesive, and considered.
Mike Zimmer is a design leader who turns complex, technical products into calm, intuitive experiences and builds the teams that deliver them at scale.
Trusted by executive teams at:
Product Design Leader
Designing and leading AI-driven, data-rich products that turn complex workflows into calm, intuitive, premium experiences.
Trusted by product-led teams at:
"Amazing theme features. Everything works extremely fast and I'm able to create stunning pages for our website and market effectively without tech holding us back."
Alexa Garrett Blank Tech Co.
What He Does Best
Turning complexity into clarity
Mike designs interfaces that make high-stakes, data-heavy decisions feel simple and confident for the people who use them.
Interactive features
What He Does Best
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Elevating businesses with thoughtful design & product strategies specializing in AI-driven solutions.
Specializing in AI-driven solutions
Mike has that rare mix of deep craft and steady leadership. He helped us untangle a complex AI product and ship an experience our customers actually love.
Client Name
Company XYZ
He brings a calm, thoughtful presence to high-stakes work—and consistently raises the bar without creating chaos.
John Doe
Company XYZ
I am thrilled to share my experience with HubSpot, a truly exceptional platform that has transformed the way I approach marketing and customer relationship management.
John Doe
Job Title | Company XYZ
I am thrilled to share my experience with HubSpot, a truly exceptional platform that has transformed the way I approach marketing and customer relationship management.
John Doe
Job Title | Company XYZ
I am thrilled to share my experience with HubSpot, a truly exceptional platform that has transformed the way I approach marketing and customer relationship management.
John Doe
Job Title | Company XYZ
More from Mike
“Mike has that rare mix of deep craft and steady leadership. He helped us untangle a complex AI product and ship an experience our customers actually love.”
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“He brings a calm, thoughtful presence to high-stakes work—and consistently raises the bar without creating chaos.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mike Zimmer focuses on AI and data driven products, especially in fintech, insurance, and other complex, high stakes domains. His work turns dense, technical tools into experiences that feel calm, intuitive, and trustworthy for the people who use them.
Mike is a senior product design leader who is exploring Director and Head of Product Design roles. He is most effective when he can shape product vision, design systems, and mentor other designers as part of a leadership team.
Mike leads with a calm, measured style and gives teams clear stories, strong visual standards, and practical support. Colleagues rely on him to bring order to complex problems and to raise the quality of the work without creating chaos.
Mike is open to select design partnerships on AI and data driven products in addition to full time opportunities. The best way to start a conversation is through the design inquiry form on this site.
Ways to Work Together
Mike works with teams seeking thoughtful design leadership and strategic clarity. Opportunities include leadership roles, consulting, advisory, freelance & mentorship.
The strongest partnerships are built on trust, intention & meaningful impact.
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