Irene Rae

Irene Rae is an accomplished professional in the field of Human-Computer Interaction and UX research, with extensive experience spanning positions at notable companies such as Google, Microsoft, and Databricks. Irene held the role of Head of UX Research at Databricks, where foundational groundwork was laid for user studies. At Google, Irene founded critical UX research teams for Data Infrastructure and Core Data, significantly influencing product development across major systems like Ads and Payments. Previous experiences include successful research internships at Microsoft and Willow Garage, where Irene published findings on telepresence technology and its implications on user behavior. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Human-Computer Interaction and an M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, along with a BFA in Industrial Design from the Rochester Institute of Technology.