I’m Kanchan Gaur,
Product Designer, Los Angeles.

Currently I’m focused on improving payout initiatives and streamlining taxes experiences for drivers on the Lyft Driver App as a part of the Pii (Payment, Identity, and Integrity) team.

Over the years, I’ve worked across multiple teams at Lyft, designing data analytical dashboards for leaderships and streamlining internal tools to support developer workflows.

I’ve contributed to several of Lyft’s core experiences that includes designing solutions for the Driver App, Business Health Analytical Dashboard and Developer Workflows:

As part of my role at The Glue, a firm focused on the transit industry, I’ve had the opportunity to contribute to several high-impact projects for public agencies across Los Angeles including LA Metro, Metrolink, Cisco, The City of West Hollywood, InfraStrategies, etc

Each project may differ, but I follow a consistent set of principles:

Research Driven

I immerse myself in the problem space, understanding users, business needs, and technical constraints. Research and data guide every decision making.

Adaptive Thinking

Every project has unique constraints. I adjust my approach based on goals, timelines, team structure, and resources—balancing creativity, technical feasibility, and delivery speed.

Structured Exploration

Early stages are for ideation—sketching, flow mapping, and prototyping. I use low- to high-fidelity wireframes to test ideas, validate quickly, and iterate based on feedback.

Visual Design

Great design is not just usable, it’s delightful. I create clean, accessible, and visually cohesive interfaces that enhance clarity, reflect the brand, feel intuitive and effortlessly interactive.

Team Collaboration

I work closely with PMs, engineers, and cross-functional partners to align on intent. I maintain organized, annotated design files to enable fast handoffs and onboard new team members.

Systems Thinking

I don’t just design, I create systems that are scalable with the product. From components to documentation, I focus on structure, consistency, reducing long-term design debt.

Life in Los Angeles

Living in Los Angeles has taught me the importance of balancing work, health, and joy. I start my mornings early with a 25-minute run, followed by a gym session, a shower, and daily puja.

Lighting a diya and spending a few minutes in prayer grounds me before I begin my day as a product designer.

I’m grateful for a loving husband and our energetic 10-year-old son who keep life full of laughter and purpose.

At work, I’m surrounded by a talented, supportive team. Our weekly ritual, Wine Wednesday, gives us a chance to reconnect, share ideas, and have fun.

Occasionally, we take our collaboration outdoors with client meetings and offsite hangouts.

Weekends are for nature and movement. I love hiking the local trails with friends.

Unwinding in the evenings with a swim nothing beats the saltwater pool to wrap up the day.