Lead Ux Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Lead UX Designer (Gamedev): Defining the overall user experience, focusing on visual, interactive, and workflow design for Project Sirius, a multiplayer game set in The Witcher universe with an accent on inclusivity, intuitiveness, and immersion. Focus on UI navigation, game flow, and interactive clarity, working in a cross-departmental environment with continuous research and iteration.

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 story-driven RPGs that aim to resonate deeply with gamers.

What you will do

• Collaborate with the Lead UI Artist to develop cohesive and accessible UI screens and layouts.
• 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, establishing inclusive best practices and methodologies.
• Design and prototype layouts, navigation structures, and usability systems.
• Define goals for playtests to refine UX based on player feedback and behaviors.
• 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 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.
• Clear and thoughtful communication skills.

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 a Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) of $100 per month.
• Flexible working hours and a dog-friendly office.
• Trainings, lectures, and courses available for professional growth.
• Menstrual leave and RED Parents Network support.