UX/UI Designer, Next-Gen In-Car Experience

Braintrust; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Honda seeks a UX/UI Designer to shape next‑generation in-car interfaces, blending strategy with hands‑on execution for emotionally engaging driver experiences.

You’ll collaborate with Torrance and global R&D teams, lead ideation, wireframes, and pixel‑perfect visuals, and build scalable design systems while ensuring usability and safety in automotive environments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of UX/UI, interaction design or visual design experience.
• Proven track record designing complex multi-modal experiences (Automotive UX/HMI a plus).
• Distinctive visual design style with a strong portfolio.
• Able to balance strategy with hands-on execution.

Responsibilities

• Translate driver insights into intuitive design concepts.
• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Industrial Design in Torrance and Japan.
• Design clean interfaces balancing Honda brand values with futuristic expression.
• Build scalable design systems and component libraries.
• Prototype interactions and micro-animations using Protopie.
• Create high-fidelity visuals and interface mockups for in-vehicle experience.
• Present design vision to multidisciplinary teams and leadership.
• Ensure usability, accessibility, and safety in automotive environments.

Skills

UX/UI design

Prototyping

Collaborative teamwork

Communication skills

Multi-screen design

Tools

Figma

Protopie

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Location: On-site, Torrance, CA / On-site every day

Location: On-site, Torrance, CA / On-site every day

Overview

Honda is redefining the future of driving—and we're seeking a UX/UI Designer to help design that vision. This role blends creative and hands-on design execution for next-generation in-car digital interfaces, creating emotionally engaging, intuitive, and brand-defining user experiences for millions of drivers worldwide.

You’ll think holistically about the human experience inside the vehicle. You’ll participate in strategic design conversations, interpret consumer behavior, leverage driver research, and work closely with both our Torrance-based and global R&D teams in Japan.

We’re looking for a hybrid talent: visionary strategist and master craftsperson. You’ll lead ideation, wireframe prototypes, and pixel-perfect execution—all while infusing innovation into our HMI design systems and component libraries.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate driver insights and behavioral data into intuitive design concepts
• Collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and Industrial Design teams in Torrance and Japan
• Design clean, modern interfaces that balance Honda brand values with futuristic expression
• Build and maintain scalable design systems and component libraries
• Prototype interactions and micro-animations using tools like Protopie to communicate intent clearly
• Create high-fidelity visuals and interface mockups that elevate the in-vehicle experience
• Present and advocate for your design vision across multidisciplinary teams and senior leadership
• Ensure designs meet usability, accessibility, and safety standards in automotive environments

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in UX/UI, interaction design, or visual design
• Proven track record designing complex, multi-modal experiences for consumers - Automotive UX/HMI experience a plus
• A distinctive visual design style backed by a polished, compelling portfolio
• Comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Mastery of Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Protopie (or similar prototyping tools)
• Experience designing for touch, gesture, voice, and multi-screen environments
• Deep understanding of design for motion, transitions, and spatial interfaces
• Exceptional communication, storytelling, and collaboration skills
• Willingness and enthusiasm to work on-site daily in Torrance, CA
• Cultural fluency and ability to collaborate with international teams (especially Japan)