Philipp Unterreiner

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ABOUT PHILIPP UNTERREINER

Principal Experience Designer (Associate Director)| 10+ Years Experience | 8 Products Launched | Hundreds of Hours in User Research, Design and Testing Let’s build better products and stronger teams. Leadership & Collaboration: I work closely with VP-level leaders in listed multinational companies, and cross-functional teams to align design with business goals and deliver real impact. I believe in empowering teams by creating a culture of trust, ownership, and experimentation. Team Development & Mentorship: I help designers grow by providing clear guidance and support, encouraging them to take charge of their careers. Internal Thought Leadership: Driven by my own curiosity, I develop and share new toolkits, methods and frameworks internally to help teams work smarter and build a learning organization. Product Design Expertise: Skilled across Interaction, Visual, and Service Design, I\'ve tackled some highly complex challenges and designed convergent products that blend physical and digital experiences. Having worked tightly integrated with global corporates as well as corporate ventures and startups, I\'ve designed consumer products as well as professional and safety-critical products in areas such as healthcare. Tech & Platforms: I design for embedded systems, native mobile apps, and responsive web, adapting to different input methods and working closely with engineers to build scalable solutions. I understand tech stacks and enterprise architecture well enough to align with respective leads and bridge gaps between design and technology. Strategic Design & Research: I connect design with business strategy using science and data (qualitative & quantitative) by applying Lean Startup alongside classic Design Thinking. I’ve led 130+ research sessions worldwide, working with strategists and specialized researchers to uncover real user needs. Design Systems: I lead the Design System practice at frog Munich, overseeing content in business development and project delivery. Product Delivery & Agile Collaboration: I’ve shipped real products by setting up agile teams and working closely with POs, Scrum Masters, developers, SMEs and stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery. Storytelling: My advertising background helps me craft clear, compelling stories that break down complexity into simple narratives, engaging users and stakeholders alike.