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

Braintrust; United States; Remote; USD 114,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

American Honda Motors is seeking a UX/UI Designer to shape next-generation in-car interfaces. You will design intuitive, emotionally engaging experiences for millions of drivers worldwide, combining strategy with hands-on execution, and collaborating across Torrance and global R&D teams.

Lead design systems, prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals that balance Honda brand values with futuristic expression, while ensuring usability and safety in automotive contexts.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in UX/UI, interaction design, or visual design.
• Automotive UX/HMI experience is a plus.
• Distinctive visual design style with a polished portfolio.
• Balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Mastery of Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Protopie.

Responsibilities

• Translate driver insights into intuitive design concepts.
• Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Industrial Design teams in Torrance and Japan.
• Design clean, modern interfaces that reflect Honda brand values and futuristic expression.
• Build and maintain scalable design systems and component libraries.
• Prototype interactions and micro-animations to communicate intent clearly.
• Create high-fidelity visuals and interface mockups for in-vehicle experiences.
• Present and advocate design visions to multidisciplinary teams and leadership.
• Ensure usability, accessibility, and safety standards in automotive environments.

Skills

UX/UI design

Distinctive visual design

Strategic thinking

Hands-on execution

Portfolio

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

Protopie

Job description

• Rate: $55 – $70/hr
• Hours: 40 hours / week
• Experience: 3 - 5 years
• Location: North America | Europe + 1 more

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)

Company: American Honda Motors