UX/UI Design Manager - Mobile App (Headphones Ecosystem) at Avomind

The UX/UI Designer's main purpose is to design the mobile app experience, going hand in hand with a full consumer-facing product portfolio. This app enables seamless device pairing, firmware upgrades, audio customization (EQs, sound profiles), and personalized experiences across platforms.

As a key member of the App team, you are required to translate complex product and technical requirements into intuitive, elegant, and user-centered mobile experiences that delight audiophiles and casual listeners alike.

IMPORTNANT:

• This is a HYBRID FULL-TIME position, with a minimum on-site presence of one day per week at the Hannover office.
• Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design end-to-end user experiences for iOS and Android platforms, mobile platforms, and adjacent digital point of contact - from user flows and wireframes to pixel-perfect UIs.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and hardware teams to translate product requirements into compelling UX solutions for all BT-connected devices in the portfolio.
• Create engaging interfaces to support sound superiority positioning, and user journey from beginner to expert (EQ, ANC, hearing tests, user profiles).
• Design intuitive onboarding flows for BT products, connectivity, and firmware upgrade processes.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to validate design decisions.
• Produce interactive prototypes (Figma, Protopie, etc.) and maintain design systems for consistency across platforms.
• Support developers with detailed specifications and assist during the QA process to ensure design fidelity.
• Identify the right external partner to support on UX/UI design and absorb the increased work scope with new upcoming launches.
• Manage the design toolchain by administering internal and external access and licenses for agencies, developers, stakeholders, and designers.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Over 5 years of experience in UX/UI design, preferably in consumer electronics or app-hardware ecosystems.
• Strong portfolio showcasing mobile app design for iOS/Android (hardware-integrated apps a big plus).
• Solid understanding of Bluetooth connectivity processes, user permissions, device pairing, and related flows.
• Experience designing for real-time feedback, firmware updates, or dynamic device states.
• Familiarity with audio-related interfaces (EQ sliders, presets, profile management) is highly advantageous.
• Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar design tools.
• Knowledge of mobile design guidelines (Apple HIG, Material Design).
• Experience working with agile teams and collaborating with developers and product managers.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams, thrive in an agile environment, view uncertainty as an opportunity, and pursue continuous improvement.
• Skilled at engaging and enabling stakeholders across functions, driving an effective pace to ensure project delivery on time and within budget.
• Expert in product management and development, comfortable with project management, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English. German and other languages are a plus.