Frad LEE
"T-shaped" Product Expert & Interactive Designer
10+ years creating meaningful products at the crossroads of AI and UX
A "T-shaped" product expert with 10+ years bridging AI system architecture and interaction design. I transform complex technical challenges into intuitive user experiences, combining strategic vision with hands-on execution across the entire product lifecycle.
Currently pioneering Multi-Agent Systems and MCP server development, driving AI implementation in production environments. My research in spatial computing and XR interfaces focuses on creating natural interactive experiences that feel effortless and intuitive.
Full-stack creator building across platforms: from iOS/macOS apps and React web applications to Figma plugins and immersive 3D Web experiences. My AI applications range from cultural tools like I Ching divination to practical solutions like furniture preview systems.
Deep expertise in AI model training and dataset construction, advancing both research and practical applications while maintaining active contributions to the open source community on GitHub.
Recognized innovator with 8 published interaction design patents, consistently pushing the boundaries of what's possible in digital product experiences.
Contact
Email: fradser@gmail.com
Website: frad.me
Experience
Senior Interactive Designer
vivo
Mar 2023 - Present
Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
- Actively participated in the interactive design of the operating system of Vivo Vision since joining Vivo XR Lab
- Led spatial computing and XR interface design for next-generation VR/AR devices
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative interaction paradigms
- Contributed to core OS architecture and user experience design decisions
Product Designer
ByteDance
Jan 2020 - Mar 2023
Beijing, China
- Designer and prototyper with expertise in creating interactive prototypes for iOS and Unity projects at Lark
- Successfully developed and submitted patents for virtual space interaction design inventions through confidential projects
- Led design research for Eye Protection Design Handbook, implemented across Douyin, Jinri Toutiao, Xigua Video, and Dali product line
- Developed interactive prototypes using SwiftUI and Origami Studio for Jinri Toutiao and Xigua Video, resulting in patent applications
- Improved accessibility of Xigua Video through development of usability design plans
- Conducted pre-research in XR field for Xigua Video and submitted several invention patents
- Committed to creating immersive experiences with coding skills in Swift and React
Senior Product Manager
Huobi Global
May 2018 - Nov 2018
Beijing, China
- Responsible for overseeing and improving the exchange process with overseas partners
- Focused on communication and interaction improvements for international markets
- Currently working with Huobi Australia and HBUS for global expansion
- Led strategic initiatives for cryptocurrency exchange optimization
Founder
next Lab
Aug 2016 - May 2018
Wuhan, Hubei, China
- Founded startup with friends focusing on AI, hardware, and blockchain technology development
- Led team including one technical partner, two front-end engineers, and two hardware engineers
- Served as Product Manager Consultant at DaoCloud Wuhan (Aug 2017 - Jan 2018) for new energy monitoring platform with Dongfeng
- Launched MFIL tokens and conducted crowdfunding for Filecoin mines (Feb 2018 - Jun 2018)
- Gained practical knowledge of web3.js and blockchain industry applications
Product Manager
Beary Innovative
Feb 2016 - Sep 2016
Beijing, China
- Responsible for overall direction and execution of product strategy for BearyChat
- Successfully navigated company transition from free to commercial product
- Led corporate strategy development, product planning, and requirements confirmation
- Managed team of designers and tracked development progress while gathering user feedback
- Served major clients including Huawei, Keep, and Same
Product Manager
Dream Castle
Feb 2015 - Feb 2016
Beijing, China
- Led product design and development team for Manman Comic, a domestic original comic reading platform
- Managed team of one designer and five engineers while collaborating with market and operations
- Achieved significant user growth from thousands to millions during tenure
- Oversaw product progress and coordinated various market initiatives
Interaction Designer
GiftTalk
Apr 2014 - Feb 2015
Beijing, China
- Completed wireframe, prototype, and user research for GiftTalk product from version 1.0 to 2.0
- Served as part-time Product Manager, creating PRDs and monitoring development progress
- Led wireframe development for Kuaikan Comic collaborative project
- Achieved App Store free chart #1 ranking for Kuaikan Comic project
- Responsible for complete product development lifecycle from concept to stable commercial version
Skills
AI & Advanced Systems
Interaction & UX Design
Development & Technical
Tools & Platforms
Notable Projects
vivo Vision Operating System
Interactive design for XR operating system at vivo XR Lab, focusing on spatial computing and next-generation interaction paradigms for immersive experiences.
Technologies: XR/VR Design, Spatial Computing, Interactive Systems, Operating System UI
Lark XR - Virtual Collaboration Platform
XR-based collaboration platform built on Lark infrastructure, enabling immersive virtual meetings and spatial workspace interactions. Pioneered virtual space interaction design patterns for professional team collaboration.
Technologies: XR/VR Design, Virtual Space Interaction, Unity, Collaboration Systems, Patent Development
Eye Protection Design Handbook
Comprehensive design study for ByteDance's products to reduce visual damage. Implemented across Douyin, Jinri Toutiao, Xigua Video, and Dali product line, establishing scientific principles for eye protection in digital interfaces.
Impact: Multi-product implementation, Patent applications, Eye protection standards, WCAG compliance
Pachino - Pomodoro Timer
Cross-platform Pomodoro Technique timer app built with SwiftUI for iOS and macOS. Features generative art for relaxation, ambient sounds from 11 countries, and innovative cross-platform design patterns.
Technologies: SwiftUI, Metal, GLSL, p5.js, Cross-platform Design, App Store
BearyChat - Team Collaboration Platform
One-stop message distribution workspace designed for Chinese teams with focus on organizing and adding value to team information. Successfully transitioned from free to commercial product serving major clients.
Technologies: Web Design, Electron, Product Strategy, Enterprise Clients (Huawei, Keep, Same)
frad.me - Personal Portfolio
Interactive website showcasing expertise in React development and 3D web technologies with WebXR capabilities, progressive enhancement architecture, and spatial computing experiences.
Technologies: React, Next.js, Three.js, WebXR, TypeScript, Spatial Computing
Patents & Achievements
8 Granted Patents in Interaction Design
Successfully developed and secured multiple patents for virtual space interaction design inventions, demonstrating innovation in XR and spatial computing interfaces.
Open Source Contributor
Active contributor to the open-source community on GitHub, sharing expertise in AI systems, interaction design, and development tools.
Product Growth Leadership
Led product teams that achieved significant growth milestones, including growing Manman Comic user base from thousands to millions of users.