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Role Overview We are seeking a Senior UX Designer - Automotive HMI to craft intuitive, visually rich, and future-ready in-vehicle experiences. This role focuses on designing HMI applications for Infotainment Systems (IVI) , blending usability with immersive design through animations, 3D assets, and advanced prototyping techniques . You will play a key role in shaping next-generation cockpit experiences by collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, product, and design. Key Responsibilities Design user-centric, safety-compliant, and distraction-minimized interfaces for in-vehicle environments Create high-fidelity UI/UX designs using Figma (Design, Prototype, Dev Mode, and Design Systems) Develop micro-interactions and motion design to enhance usability and delight Conceptualize and integrate 3D models and immersive visual elements into UI experiences Build interactive prototypes to simulate real-world IVI interactions and workflows Collaborate with HMI engineers, Unreal/Unity developers, and embedded teams for implementation feasibility Define and maintain design systems, component libraries, and UX guidelines Conduct user research, usability testing, and iterative design improvements Ensure compliance with automotive standards (driver distraction, accessibility, safety) Required Skills & Expertise Core UX & HMI Skills Strong experience in Automotive HMI / IVI UX design Deep understanding of in-vehicle interaction paradigms (touch, voice, gesture, rotary controllers) Expertise in information architecture, interaction design, and usability principles Design & Prototyping Tools Advanced proficiency in Figma : Design Systems Prototyping Dev Mode handoff Variables & components Good to have experience with Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop) Motion & 3D Capabilities Strong experience in motion design and UI animations Familiarity with 3D modelling tools (Blender, Maya, or similar) Understanding of real-time rendering engines (Unity / Unreal) is a strong plus Technical Awareness Basic understanding of embedded systems (Android Automotive, QNX, Linux) Ability to collaborate with developers on implementation constraints and performance optimization Good to Have Experience working on cluster, HUD, or multi-display automotive ecosystems Knowledge of design for EV-specific experiences (range, charging UX, energy flows) Exposure to AR/VR or immersive cockpit experiences Familiarity with automotive UX regulations and standards What You'll Work On Next-gen Infotainment Systems (IVI) Connected vehicle experiences Immersive 3D and animated UI ecosystems Future-forward digital cockpit platforms Skills UX Design with Automotive HMI / IVI experience preferred
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