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Senior Conversational UX Designer (m/f/d)

Tech & Engineering
Remote Germany
Full Time
Permanent
Experienced Professionals

Senior Conversational UX Designer (m/f/d)


Join us on our mission to make education accessible for all.

Strengthen our team in full-time (40 hrs./week) as Senior Conversational UX Designer (m/f/d) within Germany or UK remotely or at one of our office locations.

This position will play a crucial role in designing a cutting-edge AI/NLP education engine.

Tasks

  • Lead the design of a sophisticated AI/NLP and data-driven education engine.
  • Design user interfaces (UI), user experiences (UX), and conversational aspects tailored for learners.
  • Quickly turn conceptual ideas into prototypes, design user and dialog flows based on data analysis and user research.
  • Gather feedback, iterate, and deliver products with an outstanding user experience.
  • Continuously enhance the overall product experience.

Profile

  • Expertise in designing innovative interfaces for learners across mobile, web, speaking assistants, and VR, with a focus on content creation and consumption.
  • Proven experience in UX and UI design, having led multiple projects from strategy to launch, showcasing a keen attention to detail.
  • Deep understanding of conversational UI design principles to enhance user interaction.
  • Skilled in developing prototypes, MVPs, and final products within fast-paced environments.
  • Proficiency in A/B testing and data-driven design practices, along with modern design and collaboration tools.
  • Experience with front-end programming is a plus.
  • Fluent in German and English.

We offer

  • Be you at IU: We support and empower you to achieve your personal and professional goals. After all, your happiness significantly contributes to a positive and productive environment.
  • Work wherever you want…: Digitalization is part of our DNA. Decide for yourself which place sparks the most productivity in you. You love remote work? No problem! Would you like to work abroad for a while? Our WorkFlex Benefit makes it possible.
  • … and flexible in terms of time: It’s your job; We trust you and give you the greatest possible freedom to organize yourself.
  • Take your knowledge to a new level: Where else, if not with us? Enjoy free access to all our e-learning platforms. In addition, we will finance you a complete technology course of your choice.
  • Rest well: We make an effort every day, but we also take the time to recharge our batteries: with 30 days of annual vacation plus an extra day of vacation on your birthday.
  • Make your journey sustainable: Whether it’s a DeutschlandTicket subsidized down to just 7 euros or a Jobrad (bike leasing) offer, enjoy the freedom of mobility for both work and personal activities, while also making an eco-friendly choice.

IU International University of Applied Science (IU) is Germany’s largest university of applied science – and we are not just an excellent choice for studying, but also an outstanding Great Place to Work®! As an Edutech company, we rely on state-of-the-art technology and data-driven approaches. That’s why AI-driven voice assistants and other GPT systems have long become part of our daily work routine, helping us to focus on exciting projects. Here at IU over 4,000 employees are dedicated to making a difference.

Become part of our UX/UI team! We give our all to make design intuitive, energetic, memorable and simple. This makes it easy for students to use technology.

Sounds like the perfect job for you? Then apply now! Simple, fast and even without a cover letter. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Anita at anita.streitferdt@iu.org.

Please be aware that all applications must be submitted through our online form. Applications via email will not be considered.

Actions speak louder than words: We cherish our “Culture of Everyone” and would like to take this opportunity to empathize that we do not tolerate discrimination towards any race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. We welcome you as you are and look forward to nurturing our diverse community at the IU!

Your personal contact

Your personal contact - Anita Streitferdt

Anita Streitferdt

Tech Recruiter

IU asked me in my interview what I wished to do—today I’m doing it. I have the freedom to work as I please, develop what I feel is needed, and I am fully supported with my career development plan.
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Anton Stangl
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The location
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Remote Germany
With our positions, you don't have to decide where to work. Whether you want to work from home, at one of our offices across Germany or up to six months abroad. Enjoy maximum flexibility!
About the team
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Tech & Engineering
We push the outside of the envelope, challenge what exists, and do what hasn’t been done before—building an unbreakable connection between people and education. That’s how we roll in Tech & Engineering at IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU).

Unrestricted access to learning is a life-changing concept. We build solutions for digital education that are accessible wherever we go. They’re mobile, always on, and everywhere. Advancing through AI, NLP, Big Data Analytics, IoT, Cloud platforms, and Software Development, we are leading the digital transformation of education in the era of Industry 4.0.
Our core values
#1

Make collaboration standard practice.

We aim for the best solution as a team and have fun with it - without ego or politics.
#2

Be courageous and take risks.

We make courageous decisions and take calculated risks.
#3

Embrace innovation always.

We are always looking for ways to improve our offers for our customers.
#4

Strive for the empowerment of everyone.

We support each other’s development to become the best version of ourselves.
#5

Adopt a growth mindset for scale.

We aim to improve ourselves in everything we do and work hard to do so every day.
#6

Focus on getting things done on time.

We implement things quickly, pragmatically, effectively and goal-oriented.
#7

Put customer focus first.

In everything we do, our customers come first.

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    Tech & Engineering FAQs

    Can I work remotely for the Tech-Team?
    Of course! We value flexibility and support remote working 100% wherever possible.
    Can I apply for multiple jobs?
    Of course you can! Apply for each position separately and together we will find the job that suits you best.
    How many days paid holiday will I get per year?
    All employees working a 5 day week are entitled to 30 days paid holiday per year.