I am a research-driven UI/UX & Interaction Designer with over 3 years of experience, focusing on native mobile experiences and complex operational systems. I've collaborated with leading institutions and global brands in Austria, including BMW, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, and Innovobot, turning technical requirements into intuitive, validated interfaces. My work spans the full design lifecycle—from contextual inquiries and stakeholder workshops to high‑fidelity prototyping and agile implementation support. I translate behavioral insights into scalable solutions that boost efficiency and promote sustainability through persuasive technology and circular design.

Fereshteh Hosseini

I am a research-driven UI/UX & Interaction Designer with over 3 years of experience, focusing on native mobile experiences and complex operational systems. I've collaborated with leading institutions and global brands in Austria, including BMW, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, and Innovobot, turning technical requirements into intuitive, validated interfaces. My work spans the full design lifecycle—from contextual inquiries and stakeholder workshops to high‑fidelity prototyping and agile implementation support. I translate behavioral insights into scalable solutions that boost efficiency and promote sustainability through persuasive technology and circular design.

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I am a research-driven UI/UX & Interaction Designer with over 3 years of experience, focusing on native mobile experiences and complex operational systems. I’ve collaborated with leading institutions and global brands in Austria, including BMW, AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, and Innovobot, turning technical requirements into intuitive, validated interfaces.

My work spans the full design lifecycle—from contextual inquiries and stakeholder workshops to high‑fidelity prototyping and agile implementation support. I translate behavioral insights into scalable solutions that boost efficiency and promote sustainability through persuasive technology and circular design.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Advanced
Persian
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead UX Designer at Austrian Institute of Technology (AIT)
June 1, 2025 - Present
Lead UX workstreams from early discovery to validated high‑fidelity designs across complex digital platforms. Own end‑to‑end user journeys, ensuring consistency across workflows, interfaces, and system touchpoints. Partner closely with Product Managers and Engineers to align UX decisions with feasibility, scalability, and delivery timelines. Plan and conduct generative and evaluative user research independently, including interviews, field studies, and usability testing. Synthesize research findings into actionable insights that inform product direction and design decisions. Contribute to operator‑facing and mission‑critical interfaces (e.g. tele‑operated systems). Participate in design critiques and cross‑team reviews, contributing to shared UX standards and ways of working.
Product Design Intern at TOSAN TECHNO and Productplan
December 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
Redesigned user experiences for financial and transaction‑based enterprise systems, including ATMs and cash registers. Conducted field research and usability testing to identify workflow bottlenecks and usability issues. Worked within a large, multidisciplinary design team, gaining exposure to service design, UX writing, analytics, and agile product development.
Visual Design Specialist at Pars Higher Education Institute of Art and Education
September 1, 2021 - August 31, 2023
Designed visual and interface assets for digital products while maintaining brand consistency. Collaborated with cross‑functional teams to align visual design decisions with usability and product goals.
Software Engineer at Shatel
May 1, 2015 - September 30, 2015
Initiated the development of a Log Management project using MongoDB, enhancing data storage and retrieval processes.
User Experience Designer at Austrian Institute of Technology (AIT)
June 1, 2025 - February 28, 2026
Digitalization of Tele-operator Crane System by conducting contextual inquiries and stakeholder workshops to define complex system requirements. Translated technical operator needs into intuitive wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes, improving operator efficiency by 25%. Designed an on-demand booking application (RIAMO) for automated shuttles, applying persuasive technology to promote sustainable mobility. Redesigned complex HMIs across the mobility sector, planned end-to-end user journeys, and validated concepts through interviews/surveys with 30+ users. Led usability testing and collaborated with engineers to ensure feasibility post-release.
UX Researcher at Paris Lodron University of Salzburg
November 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Developed a mid-fidelity prototype (HAPTO) with BMW and Innovobot enabling passengers to intuitively control haptic seat experiences. Validated the interface through two iterative usability testing phases. Designed a post-purchase application (ECOFIT) focused on circular fashion. Contributed to Ecosia Browser Enhancement to improve information discovery, and applied design thinking to ambient, non-screen interaction concepts for collective presence.
Product Designer at TOSAN TECHNO and Productplan companies
December 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
Identified critical usability issues in ATM and cash register systems through field research and structured user interviews. Redesigned core interaction workflows, reducing task complexity and improving navigation across key journeys. Planned and moderated usability tests with 28 participants, synthesising findings into prioritized design recommendations. Created wireframes and interactive Figma prototypes to explore alternative interaction models. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align design decisions with technical constraints and product requirements.

Education

MSc in Human Computer Interaction (HCI) at Paris Lodron University of Salzburg (PLUS) & FH Salzburg (Joint Master)
October 1, 2023 - January 3, 2026
MA of Photography at University of Tehran
October 1, 2020 - July 1, 2023
BSc Computer Science at Khajeh Nasir University of Technology
September 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
MSc Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) at Paris Lodron University of Salzburg (PLUS) & FH Salzburg (Joint Master)
October 1, 2023 - April 3, 2026
MA Photography at University of Tehran
October 1, 2020 - July 1, 2023
BSc Computer Science at Khajeh Nasir University of Technology
September 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Human Computer Interaction (HCI)
August 1, 2022 - January 3, 2026
TOEFL iBT
August 1, 2022 - January 3, 2026
Advanced Free Art Courses
August 1, 2017 - January 3, 2026
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
August 1, 2014 - January 3, 2026
Human Computer Interaction (HCI)
August 1, 2022 - April 3, 2026
TOEFL iBT
August 1, 2022 - April 3, 2026
Advanced Free Art Courses
August 1, 2014 - April 3, 2026
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
August 1, 2014 - April 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Transportation & Logistics, Manufacturing