Option Chains, Strategy Builders & more.

Striking Research

for Advanced Traders

About the Project

This startup engaged my former employer for design consultancy services. I joined as a Senior UX Designer to tackle specific modules of an already designed product, such as option chains, strategy builders, and Open Interest charts. Working with a team of two—a junior UX designer and a Visual designer—I oversaw knowledge transfer, feature ideation, quality control, and final delivery for these sections of the product.

This startup engaged my former employer for design consultancy services. I joined as a Senior UX Designer to tackle specific modules of an already designed product, such as option chains, strategy builders, and Open Interest charts. Working with a team of two—a junior UX designer and a Visual designer—I oversaw knowledge transfer, feature ideation, quality control, and final delivery for these sections of the product.

How this project began

Joining the project during its design phase, my team provided additional expertise in derivatives trading. Tasked with designing complex modules for seasoned traders, we prioritised understanding user needs. Through secondary research, we tailored design decisions to align with user mental models and focusing on a ‘One View Approach’

Joining the project during its design phase, my team provided additional expertise in derivatives trading. Tasked with designing complex modules for seasoned traders, we prioritised understanding user needs. Through secondary research, we tailored design decisions to align with user mental models and focusing on a ‘One View Approach’

My Role:

Sr. UX Designer & Quality Control

Client:

Under NDA

Project Timeline:

4 Weeks

Understanding The Requirement

Stakeholder Interviews

To grasp the requirements thoroughly, we conducted stakeholder interviews with derivative research experts, the VP of product, and our internal design team responsible for the existing ecosystem. This allowed us to identify areas for expansion within the design system to deliver a consistent experience in the upcoming modules we were tasked to design.

To grasp the requirements thoroughly, we conducted stakeholder interviews with derivative research experts, the VP of product, and our internal design team responsible for the existing ecosystem. This allowed us to identify areas for expansion within the design system to deliver a consistent experience in the upcoming modules we were tasked to design.

Secondary Research

After grasping the product vision, we promptly investigated how users were currently engaging with similar features. Observing ineffective design approaches among competitors, we identified opportunities for innovation within our existing design framework. Our strategy for these modules focused on cleanliness, consistency, and convenience.

After grasping the product vision, we promptly investigated how users were currently engaging with similar features. Observing ineffective design approaches among competitors, we identified opportunities for innovation within our existing design framework. Our strategy for these modules focused on cleanliness, consistency, and convenience.

Problem Statement

In a landscape where competitors offer similar features, the absence of a cohesive "One View Approach" presents a challenge. Our task is to innovate a solution that not only categorises these features efficiently but also elevates user engagement and expedites actions for superior derivative research outcomes.

Designing The Product

Wireframing

After grasping the requirements, the team began creating wireframes, mindful of the existing navigational structure and design team's mental models. Priority was given to ensuring key features received sufficient hierarchy on each new page designed. I was brought in whenever there were blockers or quality checks needed.

After grasping the requirements, the team began creating wireframes, mindful of the existing navigational structure and design team's mental models. Priority was given to ensuring key features received sufficient hierarchy on each new page designed. I was brought in whenever there were blockers or quality checks needed.

Visual Design

Following wireframing, the visual design team implemented the design, utilizing existing design system components and developing new ones as necessary. My involvement resumed for quality checks and to ensure the final deliverable's usability aligned with the plan.

Following wireframing, the visual design team implemented the design, utilizing existing design system components and developing new ones as necessary. My involvement resumed for quality checks and to ensure the final deliverable's usability aligned with the plan.

Key Highlights

Strategy Builder

The strategy builder was designed with a modular approach in mind. Option chains, visualisations, and derivative data were hierarchically structured to provide a comprehensive one-view experience. Real-time visualisations for profit & loss and other critical metrics were integrated for enhanced usability.

Key Highlights

Option Chains

The option chains were designed with a one-view approach, optimizing data display through trial and error. Sorting and filtering options were integrated to enhance user flexibility and control.

Key Highlights

Multi Strike OI Chart

The charts were crafted to enable users to analyse trends across multiple strike prices of options. This feature empowers users to make informed investment decisions by comprehensively understanding the derivative performance trends.

Key Highlights

Open Interest Graphs

The open interest graphs were crafted for a one-view approach. We incorporated features allowing users to assess market performance by adjusting expiration dates or viewing performance at specific times of the day.

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