Senior Designer, Interaction Design - Limited Term Assignment

Job Title: Senior Designer, Interaction Design - Limited Term Assignment

Posting Start Date: 6/12/26

Job Location: Santa Monica, California, United States

Job Description
This limited‑term assignment is targeted to end by October 2026, with possibility of extension through the end of 2026. The role involves interaction design across a wide range of projects, carrying work from early concepts through testing, prototyping, and final delivery. It requires working in cross‑functional agile teams, presenting work to colleagues and clients, and supporting research and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

Participate in interaction design across a wide range of projects, carrying work from early concepts through testing, prototyping, and final delivery.

Mentor junior designers, maintaining a balance of skill development, quality, consistency, and encouragement.

Design, test, and prototype new or improved UI concepts, aiming to exceed project objectives with high‑quality solutions.

Take on complex and ambiguous assignments where the answer requires creative problem solving and analysis.

Evaluate UI/UX concepts for usability, aesthetics, functionality, production methods, and client specifications, integrating user research and rough concepts into resolved design.

Work in cross‑functional agile teams using design thinking; assist in presenting work to colleagues and clients, and fold required modifications back into the design.

Commit to ongoing learning, accurate effort estimation, knowledge sharing, and supporting research and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Interaction Design or equivalent.

5–7 years of prior work experience in Interaction/UI/UX Design or equivalent.

In‑depth knowledge and understanding of design principles, methods and techniques, production processes, consulting, market research and commercial awareness.

A portfolio that shows depth of visual craft: typography, layout, hierarchy, color, and composition handled with intention.

Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.

Strong computer and software skills in: Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Figma or other cloud collaboration and prototyping tools.

Comfort using AI tools as part of your design workflow (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude, Figma AI, Midjourney, or similar) and curiosity about designing for AI‑powered products.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of 3D applications (Blender, Cinema 4D, etc.).

Knowledge of Motion Graphics Tools (After Effects, Rive, etc.).

Knowledge of common interaction programming languages (Processing, JavaScript, HTML, etc.).

Salary
Expected salary range: $118,161.00 – $152,914.00.

Equal Opportunity Employer
BMW in the United States is an equal opportunity employer. The Company provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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