Matthew Kyle Pedraja

Matthew Kyle Pedraja is a dedicated professional currently serving as a Coding Instructor at Coding With Kids and as a Qualitative UX Researcher at KidsTeam UW, where engagement with children in co-design sessions and research contributions under Professor Jason Yip highlight expertise in qualitative data gathering and analysis. Previous experience includes a role as a UX Researcher at OmniSynkAI, conducting competitive analyses and user interviews to enhance e-commerce platforms. Additional roles encompass positions at Bay Laurel Catering, where Matthew provided customer service and food preparation, and leadership positions within FASA sa UW, coordinating events and mentorship programs. Matthew is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Human Centered Design & Engineering at the University of Washington, building on a foundation established at Green River College and Auburn Riverside High School.