Initiative Application / Freelance Application (f/m/x)

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Initiative Application / Freelance Application (f/m/x)

Stuttgart, Berlin

zigzag is an independent, international design agency with a focus on user experience and digital product design. We accompany and guide our clients through the entire product development process, from strategy, user research, interaction, and visual design, to prototype and software development.

Since our foundation in 2012, our team has been working for Fortune 500 companies and start-ups in various industries such as financial services, transportation, automotive, health care, and more. Awards including the iF Design Award, Red Dot Design Award, and the German Design Award testify to the excellence of our work. We believe this excellence is rooted in collaboration, trust, curiosity, passion, and diverse teams based on mutual respect. That is why zigzag is all about people; people who share our values and jointly strive to bridge user needs, business, technology, community, and the planet. Don't see a position that's right for you? We're continuously searching for talent to join our multidisciplinary team in Stuttgart or Berlin as well as freelancers supporting us from around the world.

ROLES

What We Are Looking For

Permanent UX Designers, Visual Designers, Interaction Designers, Motion Designers (full-time or part-time)
Permanent Technologists / Developers for Android, Apple iOS, Flutter (full-time or part-time)
Freelance UX Designers, Visual Designers, Interaction Designers, Motion Designers
Freelance Technologists / Developers for Android, Apple iOS, Flutter
For Freelance applicants: please provide your daily rate, location and time zone

SKILLS

What you must have

Curiosity, creativity and passion for design, technology, and making amazing experiences
Proactive team player with strong written and verbal communication skills
For Senior roles: 4 or more years of professional experience

BENEFITS

What We Offer

Work within a dedicated team of multidisciplinary and international professionals
Challenging projects for global clients in a surrounding without hierarchies and restraints
Opportunity to pursue your interests and to implement own ideas

What we offer our employees:

Competitive and fair salary plus a performance-based bonus
Part-time options available on request (full-time is 40 hours/week)
30 vacation days per year (for full-time positions)
Work in a modern and welcoming studio atmosphere
Option to work partly remote from a location in Germany
Support with German work permit and relocation, if needed
Corporate pension plan
Financial support and paid leave for further education and training
Financial support for public transport tickets and job bikes
Business mobile, state-of-the-art hardware and equipment
Regular team events, joint fitness sessions, free drinks, coffee, snacks, and fresh fruit

Feeling this could be you?

Please apply either online or via email with the buttons below. By sending an e-mail you confirm to our data privacy statement for e-mail applications. Find more information here.

Contacts

Sandra Hangst

Junior Manager People & Operations

Sandra Hangst

For all your questions regarding our open positions, the application process, as well as internships and working student opportunities, please contact our colleague, Sandra, who will be happy to assist you.

Open Positions · Application Process

+49 711 50454712

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Johannes Schmidt

Senior Manager People & Operations

Johannes Schmidt

If you have any questions regarding your initial onboarding experience or wish to discuss professional growth and development opportunities, please feel free to contact Johannes, who will be your dedicated point of contact.

Onboarding Experience · Professional Growth

+49 711 50454712

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Our Studios

Bright, open spaces designed for focus, flow, and collaboration.

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Open Talks, Internal & External

From internal deep-dives to public panels—ideas are always in motion.

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Seasonal Events

From summer gatherings to festive year-end celebrations—we make memories together.

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Team Breakfast

Every two months, we slow down, share food, and start the day together.

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Our Library

A shared shelf of books, tools, and tactile treasures—open to all, always inspiring.

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In the Kitchen

More than coffee: free drinks, sweets, and fruits—fuel for great work and conversation

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About the Company

We’re a global design studio for digital experiences—curious, collaborative, and driven by impact. Explore our story, values, team, and what makes zigzag a unique place to design the future.

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Designed by zigzag

From thoughtful services to crafted interfaces, our work spans industries and scales. Explore the products, systems, and experiences we’ve brought to life with our partners.

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