UI / UX Designer

tilde is a digital companion that gently guides people and their loved ones through life’stoughest questions around end-of-life administration – TIL DEath and beyond.Our mission is to reduce the organizational burden around death; so that time remains for what matters most.This role will be funded by the EXIST scholarship.Tasks● Lead user research and translate insights into actionable design decisions● Design and iterate user journeys, wireframes, and interfaces● Collaborate with the founders on product vision, usability, and accessibilityRequirementsYou need to have been enrolled or employed with a university within the last 5 yearsUser research is your answer to doubts and questionsA wonky picture frame gives you the ickProven track-record of UI/UX work that led to improved usabilityYou are aware of the benefits and limitations of working in an early-stage businessSolid German as you will be talking to a lot of usersBenefitsEXIST stipend of 2500€/ monthFurther compensation depends on experience and motivationThe opportunity to shape a meaningful product and business from the ground upFlexible working hours and hybrid setup (Berlin or remote in Germany)1-year fixed-term contract with potential for extensionIn your motivational letter please answer the following three questions:A moment when user research completely changed your design directionYour equivalent of “wonky picture frames give you the ick”Your motivation to work in an early-stage businessYou’ll be working closely with the founders Anna and Katharina. If you’re excited aboutdesigning for meaning, connection, and clarity – we would love to hear from you!