Teamlead UX, Design & Research (d/m/w)

Lead and develop a 14-person UX team; drive user‑centred methods; collaborate with Product and Technology; advance design systems; foster discovery and data‑driven work.

Company Description

A user‑centred product and content company delivering digital solutions.

Location

Freiburg im Breisgau (Germany) with collaboration with the Barcelona office.

Responsibilities

• Disciplinary & technical leadership of a 14‑person team (concept, design, research)
• Professional and methodological development of the team
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration with product management and technology
• Strengthen user‑centric mindset throughout the organisation
• Ensure clear responsibilities, transparent goals and effective collaboration
• Continue developing design systems in close coordination with teams
• Advance Product‑Discovery methods and data‑driven work
• Transparent communication of goals, progress and challenges
• Synchronise and align with the Barcelona office to strengthen collaboration

Qualifications

• Completed degree (e.g., Design, Media Informatics, Communication Design, or similar)
• Several years of leadership or proven experience in leading teams
• Deep knowledge of Product‑Discovery methods and data‑driven work (quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods)
• Strong understanding of design systems and their development
• Expertise in current UX developments and tools to provide new impulses
• Passion for team development and coaching
• Strong communication, strategic clarity and empathy in handling people
• Up‑to‑date with latest developments and tools in UX to set new impulses
• Excellent German (C1) and English (B2) skills

Benefits and Working Conditions

Hybrid work model combining office presence and home office as appropriate for your team; flexible working hours; opportunities for professional development and growth; recognition as a Great Place to Work®.

Additional Information

JobID: REF384I

EEO Statement

We value diversity and are convinced that employees with diverse backgrounds provide different perspectives and strengths. We welcome all applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/way of life, disability, age or sexual orientation and identity. As a signatory of the Charter of Diversity, we fully commit to diversity, tolerance, fairness, and appreciation.