I am a dedicated UX Designer and User Researcher with a strong background in human-computer interaction and cognitive science. Over the years, I've honed my expertise in gathering actionable insights through surveys, interviews, and user behavior analysis to enhance user experiences. My work spans both B2B and B2C sectors, focusing on improving usability and engagement through thoughtful design and research. Currently, I am pursuing a master's degree while undertaking a thesis internship where I conduct user-centered design studies to improve human-machine interfaces. With a passion for co-design and empirical research, I enjoy collaborating with end users and stakeholders to develop innovative solutions that reduce cognitive load and boost usability in complex environments.

Malin Brilon

I am a dedicated UX Designer and User Researcher with a strong background in human-computer interaction and cognitive science. Over the years, I've honed my expertise in gathering actionable insights through surveys, interviews, and user behavior analysis to enhance user experiences. My work spans both B2B and B2C sectors, focusing on improving usability and engagement through thoughtful design and research. Currently, I am pursuing a master's degree while undertaking a thesis internship where I conduct user-centered design studies to improve human-machine interfaces. With a passion for co-design and empirical research, I enjoy collaborating with end users and stakeholders to develop innovative solutions that reduce cognitive load and boost usability in complex environments.

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I am a dedicated UX Designer and User Researcher with a strong background in human-computer interaction and cognitive science. Over the years, I’ve honed my expertise in gathering actionable insights through surveys, interviews, and user behavior analysis to enhance user experiences. My work spans both B2B and B2C sectors, focusing on improving usability and engagement through thoughtful design and research.

Currently, I am pursuing a master’s degree while undertaking a thesis internship where I conduct user-centered design studies to improve human-machine interfaces. With a passion for co-design and empirical research, I enjoy collaborating with end users and stakeholders to develop innovative solutions that reduce cognitive load and boost usability in complex environments.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

German
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

User Research Working Student at LeasingMarkt.de
September 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025
Developed and refined surveys using SurveyMonkey and Mailchimp to gather actionable insights for B2B partners (vehicle dealers) and B2C audiences (end customers). Led in-depth interviews to uncover user needs, pain points, and preferences. Evaluated competitors' strategies and user experiences to identify opportunities for differentiation and innovation. Applied various user research methods to collect qualitative and quantitative data, shaping the overall user experience. Analyzed customer behavior patterns through Hotjar to understand user interactions, improve UX/UI, and increase engagement.
Master Thesis + Internship at DLRI Institute of Maritime Energy Systems
August 1, 2025 - August 18, 2025
Conducted a user-centered design study to improve human-machine interfaces in the Engine Control Room focusing on reducing cognitive load and enhancing usability. Applied qualitative and co-design research methodologies including semi-structured expert interviews with experienced marine engineers, analyzed through reflexive thematic analysis. Facilitated scenario-based co-design workshops in a simulator environment, enabling end users to collaboratively create and evaluate low-fidelity interface prototypes. Delivered design concepts informed by empirical findings situated at the intersection of human–computer interaction, maritime technology, and co-design.

Education

BSc Applied Cognitive and Media Science at Universität Duisburg-Essen
October 1, 2019 - March 1, 2023
MSc Human Computer Interaction and Design at University of Twente and KTH Royal Institute of Technology
September 1, 2023 - August 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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

Experience Level

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Intermediate

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