Frank Harris

As the Design Lead for Google Checkout and other commerce related initiatives, I am responsible for the overall user experience -- including information architecture and interaction design -- and ensuring a consistent experience throughout Google and its payment and commerce partners. Prior to working on Checkout, I spent the majority of my time working on News, Blogs and Books search verticals. I collaborate with product management and engineering leads regularly to scope work and feature offering. I also oversee the implementation of the designs, working closely with engineers and other designers. Previously Design Lead for Google News, Blog Search, Finance, Book Search, Finance, Google Moderator and Google for Non-Profits/NGOs.

Design Lead for Google News. Previously worked on Google Transit, Google Maps and Google Blog Search.

Focused on the development of advertising, circulation and other supporting systems for the newspaper. Responsible for user experience/interaction design (UX); developing the user interface (UI) and integrating visual design using HTML, JavaScript and CSS. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with business stakeholders, leading requirements workshops and presenting client demos.