As a Principal UX Research Manager at Microsoft, I lead a team of researchers who focus on identity and user interaction across various mobile operating systems and applications. I have a PhD in Human Computer Interaction from Technical University Berlin, and over 15 years of experience in UX research, including DocuSign and PayPal. I have developed and applied procedural programming skills to create and test innovative solutions for complex user problems and scenarios. My core competencies include designing and conducting user research, synthesizing, and communicating insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring and coaching researchers and designers. I am passionate about creating user-centric products and services that enhance the security, privacy, and convenience of users. I value diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, and I strive to bring these principles to every project and partnership I engage in.