Not just final screens.

The thinking, experiments, and small details behind the work.

3 topics I care about most

The themes that show up again and again in my work, writing, and side projects.

User Research Sense

Asking better questions, spotting patterns, and avoiding shallow conclusions.

Experimentation Mindset

Turning assumptions into testable ideas, then checking what really holds up.

Front-End Precision

Paying attention to spacing, behavior, responsiveness, and the small stuff that matters.

Portfolio Highlights

While not every chapter can be published — here are some open books to reflect my process and the skills I bring. Shaped by my roots, sharpened by experience.

PitchCR

Squarespace Development Project

Font Tester

Fonts, as the browser sees them

5 Seconds Tester

Clarity, measured fast.

Moosic

Music for your moods

Picasso's Library

A native design project

Bitely

A delicious project

Airlines

NDA Protected - 2026

Finance Enterprise

NDA Protected - 2025

Health Devices

NDA Protected - 2025

Legal

NDA Protected - 2025

Social Media

NDA Protected - 2024

E-Commerce

NDA Protected - 2024

Education

NDA Protected - 2023

They said it, not me

See my 14 recommendations or connect directly — Visit my LinkedIn profile

Jeimy
December 10, 2024, Jeimy worked with Josue on the same team
I have the opportunity to work alongside Josué, and I can say without a doubt that he is an exceptional professional. His ability to combine UX design and software development makes him a unique and highly competitive resource, with a realistic perspective and based on practical experience.
He is always willing to help and finds quick and effective solutions to even the most complex challenges.
Josué has an innate ability to lead projects and teams with a perfect blend of kindness and clarity. This creates a positive and results-focused work environment.
His people-centric approach, coupled with his technical expertise, ensures that processes and projects are always aligned with real user needs and business objectives.
If you are looking for someone who combines technical and human skills, and who really makes a difference at every stage of a project, Josué is the right person - a professional who inspires confidence and excellence!
Jibran
February 5, 2025, Jibran worked with Josue on the same team
I had the pleasure of working with Josue, and I can confidently say he is an outstanding professional. What really stands out about Josue is his ability to think like both a UX/UI designer and a developer. He understands how design decisions impact functionality, making collaboration with engineers smooth and efficient. He’s proactive, detail-oriented, and always open to feedback, which makes working with him both productive and enjoyable. Anyone looking for a skilled UX/UI designer with coding knowledge would be lucky to have him on their team.
Sharlyn
July 19, 2022, Sharlyn worked with Josue on the same team
Translated from Spanish:
Excellent partner, responsible, proactive, organized and innovative.
Mateo
August 30, 2021, Mateo worked with Josue on the same team
I worked with Josue as a Web Product Manager for SolarWinds. For years, I depended on his deep knowledge of the Sitecore CMS and background in both front-end and back-end development. He's intelligent, asks great questions, and always goes the extra kilometer to ensure the work is done accurately and on time.
Josue has been an instrumental part of the SolarWinds-GAP relationship for several years. He's worked tirelessly to improve the team and his skills. I have relied on him many times and he's always come through for me.
I highly recommend Josue for any team where he can use his talents. His positive attitude and desire to always produce quality work will make him a great addition and asset.
Maxwell
August 31, 2021, Maxwell worked with Josue on the same team
I have had the opportunity to work with Josue on some group projects and I can say that he has a soft skill set that makes him a great teammate. He is intelligent, self-taught, always ready to help others, and always likes to contribute his grain of sand.
He has a great critical eye, he likes to pay attention to details, he also has excellent UI skills and knowledge in Software development that make his work always have high-quality standards.
He is a very disciplined and constant person in his work. As a professional, he likes to stay in constant learning to increase his knowledge, which makes him an excellent resource for your company.
I highly recommend Josue for any team, I am sure that he will not only make his work with great quality but will also be able to contribute new ideas from his knowledge and experience.
Juan
January 25, 2025, Juan worked with Josue on the same team
I had the pleasure of working with Josue on a project where his UI/UX expertise truly stood out. His meticulous attention to detail elevated our project's user experience, from thoughtful interface layouts to seamless user flows. Josue consistently delivered polished designs that balanced aesthetic appeal with functionality. His ability to catch subtle design inconsistencies and propose elegant solutions made him an invaluable team member. I highly recommend Josue for any UI/UX design role.
Juan
January 25, 2025, Juan worked with Josue on the same team
I had the pleasure of working with Josue on a project where his UI/UX expertise truly stood out. His meticulous attention to detail elevated our project's user experience, from thoughtful interface layouts to seamless user flows. Josue consistently delivered polished designs that balanced aesthetic appeal with functionality. His ability to catch subtle design inconsistencies and propose elegant solutions made him an invaluable team member. I highly recommend Josue for any UI/UX design role.
Alejandro
January 25, 2025, Alejandro worked with Josue on the same team
I had the pleasure of working alongside Josué Somarribas at Growth Acceleration Partners, where we collaborated as web content developers. Josué is an exceptional UI/UX designer and developer with over six years of experience, and his dedication to creating seamless user experiences truly stands out.
What impressed me most about Josué was his ability to blend creativity with technical expertise. He consistently delivered visually stunning designs while ensuring they were user-friendly and functional. His attention to detail and problem-solving skills made him a go-to person on our team for tackling complex challenges.
Beyond his technical skills, Josué is a team player who is always willing to share his knowledge and support his colleagues. His positive attitude and strong work ethic made working with him a joy.
I highly recommend Josué to any team seeking a talented and reliable UI/UX designer and developer. He would undoubtedly be a tremendous asset to any organization!
Marcela
August 31, 2021, Marcela worked with Josue on the same team
Translated from Spanish:
I worked with Josue a while back. He's an extremely proactive and responsible person. He creates a special work environment, as he's very helpful. It was truly a privilege to work with him.
Erika
September 2, 2020, Erika worked with Josue on the same team
Since college, Josue has had a promising future as a professional, this is how he has shown it and this is how he came to be. He has always been known for his excellent performance in every job he does, his commitment and his ability to learn and apply new knowledge.
I highly recommend Josue not only for his professionalism, but for his creative skills, organization and amazing results in all his endeavors, in addition to his ability to add all of the above with his technical knowledge for daily problem solving and analysis when making decisions.
Sofia
April 3, 2025, Sofia worked with Josue on the same team
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Josue for the past three years, and I can confidently say that he is one of the most proactive UX/UI designers I’ve worked with. Not only does he bring a great eye for design, but he also has a unique ability to bridge the gap between design and development, making him an invaluable asset to our team.
His passion for coding and understanding of technical constraints allow him to create designs that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional and easy to implement. Josu is a true hybrid between a designer and a developer, which enables him to collaborate seamlessly with both creative and technical teams.
His proactive attitude, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills have consistently helped deliver high-quality apps. He is always eager to learn and take on new challenges. He would be a great asset to any team!
Katherine
September 1, 2020, Katherine worked with Josue on the same team
Josue is one of the most reliable people that I have known in my life. I had the privilege of working with him in some projects and he was always ready to share his knowledge and passion with the team.
Amanda
August 3, 2022, Amanda worked with Josue on the same team
I was Josue's co-worker on the design team. My experience working with Josue was one of the best. He is attentive to detail, creative, responsible, communicative, and has an excellent level of English.
His technical skills are outstanding, handling the latest in design software. Additionally, Josue has front-end knowledge that was useful in multiple projects.
Without hesitation, I recommend Josue to any company that wants to improve its designs.
Francisco
September 29, 2020, Francisco worked with Josue on the same team
I had the privilege of working with Josue on a landing page design project and it was exactly that: a privilege.
There's a lot that can be said about him, among all, he's very receptive, has outstanding design fundamentals, notices and fixes every detail and gives vast recommendations for the present and upcoming work.
However, his skills and knowledge go beyond the design project: I have asked him about web development, career growth and SEO and he always gives helpful insights.
We both studied the same career and I always thought of him as the best student. Now, I think of him as the best asset you can have in your team, he's never going to stop growing.
With a person like Josue, you can't go wrong.
Daniela
January 25, 2025, Daniela worked with Josue on the same team
I had the pleasure of working with Josue at First Factory, and I can confidently say he's a highly skilled, multi-disciplinary designer with strong expertise in design, development, and UX/UI. Josue is a proactive and collaborative team member, always eager to share his knowledge and help others. His technical proficiency in Figma and keen eye for web development have been invaluable to our team. Josue consistently approaches new projects with enthusiasm and professionalism, delivering high-quality results. Working alongside him is not only a great learning experience but also an opportunity to create exceptional digital products together.

Understanding people goes beyond screens and pixels

In addition to my work as a UX designer, I also host guests from around the world at my Airbnb in Costa Rica.

With more than 70 reviews, I’ve had the chance to welcome travelers who’ve shared kind words about their stay— highlighting my clear communication, attention to detail, comfort, and care. UX is ultimately about people, their needs, and creating smooth, enjoyable experiences, whether digital or in real life

See all my guest reviews

A blog where I share what I’m learning, building, and questioning

Beyond design deliverables and polished case studies, this is where I write more openly about UX, experimentation, web work, side projects, and the messy thinking behind them.

Some posts are practical. Others are more reflective. All of them come from real work, real curiosity, and the occasional healthy frustration with how things are usually done