UI Motion Designer

Avatr GmbH; München; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Hybrid Working

Wellhub Pass & Health & Wellness

Employee Development

Meal Allowance

Gifts for anniversaries & Chinese New 

Company Events

Company Pension (optional)

Inclusive Culture

Job summary

AVATR is seeking a UI Motion Designer to craft high-end in-car digital experiences with refined motion, lighting, and 3D animation. You will contribute to expressive visuals that emotionally engage users and shape a consistent motion language across products.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams in Germany and China, bringing UX concepts to life and staying ahead of trends in real-time tech and interactive storytelling. A strong portfolio and a premium design sense are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in motion design for digital products.
• Strong portfolio with 2D/3D animation and light design.
• Proficiency in After Effects, Figma and Adobe CC.
• Experience with real-time environments a plus.
• Excellent visual storytelling and timing sense.

Responsibilities

• Design high-end UI and motion for in-car digital experiences.
• Create expressive light-based and 2D/3D animations.
• Translate UX ideas into visual stories and motion concepts.
• Collaborate with design, lighting, and engineering teams across Germany and China.
• Help define a consistent motion language for AVATR interfaces.
• Stay updated on trends in motion, interaction, and real-time tech.

Skills

Motion design

UI design

Interaction design

English fluency

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

Degree in Motion Design/Visual Communication

Tools

After Effects

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

Blender

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

AVATR is currently looking for a UI Motion Designer to help our innovative team creating rich, immersive in-car digital experiences , where visuals move not just on screen, but emotionally. From refined interface motion to expressive light design and future-forward 3D animations, you’ll play a key role in crafting the signature feeling of AVATR.

You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams in Germany and China, contributing to premium, forward-looking interface concepts for next-generation mobility. This role is ideal for someone with a strong motion design foundation, an eye for elegance, and a passion for future tech.

What you will do:

• Design high-end UI and motion for in-car digital experiences
• Create expressive light-based and 2D/3D animations that feel intuitive and emotionally engaging
• Translate UX ideas into visual stories and motion-driven concepts
• Collaborate with design, lighting, and engineering teams across Germany and China
• Contribute to futuristic interface concepts and help define a consistent motion language
• Stay inspired by emerging trends in motion, interaction, design, and real-time tech

What you will bring:

• 5 + years of experience in motion design, UI design, or interaction design for digital products .
• Self drive and autonomous working style with direct reporting
• A strong portfolio showcasing motion work : especially 2D, light-based, or 3D animation with a refined aesthetic
• A sharp eye for detail and a strong sense for premium, elegant, and emotionally engaging design
• Proficiency in tools like After Effects, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite (experience with Blender, Unity, or Unreal Engine is a plus)
• A solid sense of timing, rhythm, and visual storytelling
• Strong collaboration and communication skills (English is must, German and /or Chinese is a plus )
• Degree in Motion Design, Visual Communication, Interaction Design, Game Design, or a related field or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience in automotive, connected products, or high-end tech design
• Nice To Have:
  • Background in real-time environments, lighting design, or interactive storytelling
  • Familiarity with cross-cultural teams or experience working internationally
  • Passion for shaping future experiences beyond traditional screens

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Reflecting your skills and experience
• Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work both remotely and in the office
• Health & Wellness: Access to the Wellhub Pass for your well-being
• Employee Development: Learning opportunities and training programs to support your career growth
• Meal Allowance: For lunch at the canteen
• Gifts: Celebratory gifts for work anniversaries and Chinese New Year
• Company Events: Regular team-building and social activities
• Optional Company Pension Scheme: Available based on your needs
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, supportive environment where every voice is valued

Thank you for considering joining our team! We look forward to hearing from you and hope you become a part of our company. We are excited about the possibility of working together to create a bright future!