Ben Roach is a hands-on design leader & strategist who builds world-class tech products.

UX Leader and Principal Designer with 17 years of experience turning ambiguity into measurable business impact. Currently at Google, building the future of AI-powered cyber defense. Previously at Amazon.

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Drove over $1 billion in annual revenue at Amazon by architecting a higher-performing search experience

Drove over $1 billion in annual revenue at Amazon by architecting a higher-performing search experience

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Established and grew Google's first global cybersecurity UX organization from zero to more than 30 people

Established and grew Google's first global cybersecurity UX organization from zero to more than 30 people

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Maintained a 96% retention rate since starting my current team in 2019 by fostering a strong culture

Maintained a 96% retention rate since starting my current team in 2019 by fostering a strong culture

How I lead

I believe developing strong team culture is a business imperative. I focus on radical empowerment, providing the air cover necessary for my teams to navigate high-stakes environments, take calculated risks, and swing for the fences.

Problems I solve

From global cybersecurity threats to complex e-commerce architectures, I specialize in delivering impact when the stakes are high. I deploy scalable, modular design frameworks that turn intractable problems into clear, executable roadmaps.

Lab

These are my experiments in code and craft. Even as a design leader, I believe the only way to master the medium is to build. This space is dedicated to hands-on exploration, primarily using AI to translate ideas into reality.

© 2026 Ben Roach

© 2026 Ben Roach

© 2026 Ben Roach