Head of UX in Munich
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Tommy H.
Last position:
Founder & UX Design Lead / Senior Product Designer at userdoo
Founded and have led userdoo since 2023. UX strategy, hands-on product design and professional guidance for small design teams. Collaboration with Product Owners and development teams; design systems, prototyping, user testing and AI-supported design-to-code workflows.
Among other projects:
ZEISS Vision Care – UX Strategy, Conceptualization and Design
Myopia Management
Conceptualization and design of a tool for myopia management. Different specialist concepts and device-dependent processes were brought together into a consistent overall workflow. The focus was on making the tool easy to use across different device types and throughout their use in the process.
Digital Optician Workflow
Professional UX leadership in redesigning digital processes for the entire optician visit. Structuring the user experience around patients, visits, examinations and consultations. Responsibility for the conceptual direction and hands-on design of key workflows.
Mentoring junior designers and supporting designers moving into new lead roles. Individual sessions on DesignOps, strategic questions and professional leadership.
B2C Eyewear Shop for India
Conceptualization and UX/UI design of a complete e-commerce shop for eyewear. Designing the B2C buying experience while considering the requirements of the Indian market. Close collaboration with the project team and local market; reviewing and evolving concepts based on market feedback and feedback from tests conducted locally.
poolinq – UX for New Inventory Management Software
Building the UX from the ground up: structuring product requirements, developing key user flows and translating them into a coherent user experience. The focus is on inventory management, document processing and recording incoming and outgoing goods. Designing AI-supported document recognition and assignment so users can understand and review the results. Close collaboration with the product and development teams.
FerniLoy – Digital Companion for the Furniture Trade
UX conceptualization and prototyping for a digital sales and product companion. Building a multibrand design system that represents different brands on a shared foundation. Connecting design tokens, components and variants in Figma with Flutter and Widgetbook. Aligning user flows, the design system and implementation with the product and development teams.
TYCT – UX and Design System for a B2B Portal
Information architecture and interaction concepts for data-rich workspaces with complex status workflows. Clearly structuring information, responsibilities and next steps on list, detail and editing pages. Building a design system with reusable components, states and page types. Professional leadership of the design team and close coordination with the Lead Developer.
René K.
Last position:
Head of UX & Design at EXPERIOR DIGITAL
- UX and product strategy
- digital transformation
- digital brand strategy
- customer experience platforms
- stakeholder workshops
- design leadership
Martin S.
Last position:
Product & Design Lead at Premium Technology
- Led product & design (5 reports), hiring and development of team
- Implemented product squads, innovated around data ingestion and analysis.
- €0.5M to €4M ARR in 18 months
Thies S.
Last position:
Spatial UX Lead at govar
- Concept, interaction and UX for XR experiences for the automotive industry
- Optimizing XR experiences
- Building experiences with AI
René S.
Last position:
UX and Design Lead at 50 Hertz Transmission GmbH
- UX strategy & analysis: analyzing requirements and research results as a basis for creating structured user journeys in the "MCCS" project (realtime data/data governance).
- Design & prototyping: transforming the journeys into a consistent UI design and interactive prototypes using Figma while meeting technical requirements.
- validation & documentation: conducting usability tests with follow-up design refinements and creating detailed technical documentation.
- Tools: Figma, Confluence, Lovable, Miro, Design Systems
Paul F.
Last position:
UX/UI Senior Engineering Consultant (UX/UI Design Lead) at ALTEN GmbH
- Design lead, introduction and workshop for Figma
- BMW SP25 and validation of MGU22
- Sixt branch software concept and design
- PVA Tepla software UX/UI
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Heads of UX statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
16 years
Position duration
4 years
Positions per freelancer
9
Top business areas
Product Development, Information Technology, Research and Development
Top industries
Information Technology, Automotive, Healthcare
Certification focus areas
Product Development, Information Technology, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
50%
Certifications per freelancer
1
Most common languages
German, English, Croatian
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 15 Sep 2026.
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Heads of UX experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (100%)
- Automotive (67%)
- Healthcare (67%)
- Media and Entertainment (67%)
- Manufacturing (50%)
- Retail (50%)
- Advertising (33%)
- Agriculture (33%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
Strategic Design Leadership for Digital Products
A design leader aligns user experience with overarching business goals. They establish design processes, mentor product designers, and ensure that the product vision translates into intuitive, user-centric interfaces. By bridging the gap between product management, engineering, and executive stakeholders, they turn user insights into measurable business growth.
Core Competencies and Technical Expertise
Experienced professionals in this field bring a structured approach to design operations and product strategy.
- Establishing scalable design systems and guidelines
- Leading comprehensive user research and usability testing initiatives
- Defining product-specific UX metrics and key performance indicators
- Mentoring design teams and fostering a collaborative design culture
- Aligning product design with engineering and business workflows
Driving Innovation in Munich’s Key Industries
In Munich, design leaders frequently collaborate with companies in the automotive, industrial IoT, medical technology, and enterprise SaaS sectors. They adapt user-centered methodologies to complex B2B systems and hardware-software integrations. Their expertise ensures that digital touchpoints meet the high quality standards expected in these highly specialized German markets.
When to Hire a Freelance Design Leader
Companies bring in external design executives during transitional phases, such as the initial setup of a UX department or a major digital transformation project. An external expert provides immediate strategic direction without the lengthy hiring cycle of a permanent executive, helping to ship critical product updates on schedule.
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about Heads of UX, in one place.
A Head of UX defines the overarching design strategy, establishes efficient design operations, and ensures visual and functional consistency across all digital touchpoints. They align user needs with business objectives and foster collaboration between designers, product managers, and software developers.
While a product designer focuses on creating specific screens, user flows, and wireframes, a UX director focuses on strategy, team structure, and design processes. They spend less time in design tools and more time aligning stakeholders, defining UX metrics, and mentoring the team.
Hiring a freelance design leader is highly effective during strategic transitions, product redesigns, or when building a design team from scratch. They provide immediate expertise, set up scalable workflows, and guide your internal team before a permanent hire is made.
Most Heads of UX in the local region work in a hybrid setup, combining remote strategic work with on-site workshops and stakeholder alignment meetings. For critical project kickoff phases, having the expert present at your office in Munich is often preferred.
In Munich's diverse business landscape, UX leaders must navigate both international and local requirements. While many tech startups operate entirely in English, established mid-sized companies and automotive players often require bilingual professionals fluent in both German and English for seamless stakeholder communication.
A top-tier interim UX lead is evaluated by their portfolio of shipped digital products, their experience in scaling design operations, and their ability to quickly integrate into existing teams. Look for candidates who can demonstrate how their design strategy directly improved business metrics.
A senior design manager is fluent in modern collaboration and design systems tools like Figma, Miro, and Jira. They apply established methodologies such as Design Thinking, Lean UX, and agile frameworks to structure product discovery and delivery.
Yes, an experienced head of user experience can design the hiring rubrics, conduct technical portfolio reviews, and interview prospective permanent candidates. This ensures your future in-house design team is built on a solid professional foundation.
The average hourly rate for Heads of UX in Munich is 105 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 842 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Heads of UX in Munich, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 50% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers working as Heads of UX in Munich have 16 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 4 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Heads of UX in Munich are German (100%), English (100%), and Croatian (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Heads of UX in Munich are Information Technology (100%), Automotive (67%), and Healthcare (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Heads of UX in Munich are Product Development (100%), Information Technology (83%), and Research and Development (83%).
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