Lead Ux Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Lead UX Designer (Gamedev): Defining the overall user experience for Project Sirius, a multiplayer game set in The Witcher universe with an accent on UI navigation, game flow, and interactive clarity. Focus on playtests, user research, and maintaining design documentation to align with timelines and resources.

Location: This job requires working in Boston, US. Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.

Salary: $149,500 - $205,600 USD annually

Company

hirify.global creates revolutionary, story-driven RPGs.

What you will do

• Collaborate with the Lead UI Artist to develop UI screens and accessible user experiences.
• Lead the UX design of layouts and interaction guidelines for user interfaces, game menus, and player journeys.
• Build, support, and guide a team of UX designers while establishing inclusive best practices.
• Design and prototype layouts, navigation structures, and usability systems.
• Define goals for, and participate in, playtests to refine the UX based on player feedback.
• Work with UX Researchers to translate user research and community feedback into player-centered design.

Requirements

• Approximately 5+ years of experience in UX Design, including some leadership responsibilities.
• Shipped at least one AAA title.
• Deep knowledge of current game titles and industry best practices.
• Proficiency with industry-standard prototyping tools (e.g. Figma, Sketch, Creative Cloud) and collaboration tools (e.g. Miro).
• Strong understanding of UI/UX best practices and information architecture.
• Interest in implementing and refining UX features in Unreal Engine.

Nice to have

• Experience as a UX Designer on a multiplayer game.
• Experience creating prototypes and wireframes in Unreal Engine.

Culture & Benefits

• Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental) and free mental health support.
• Paid leave - 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year.
• 401K with employer matching and gym membership reimbursement.
• Flexible working hours and trainings, lectures, and courses available.
• Dog-friendly office and a truly international working environment.