Ui/Ux Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Ui/Ux Designer (Gamedev): Conceptualizing, designing, and iterating across all program features and systems for a Japanese game with top developers with an accent on UX process and usability design principles. Focus on creating intuitive player-focused mockups, user flows, and comprehensive supporting documentation.

Location: This is an in-office position at our headquarters in Tokyo.

Company

hirify.global is in production on the next iteration of the _TINY METAL_ franchise, and has additional projects in the pipeline.

What you will do

• Create intuitive player-focused mockups, user flows, and comprehensive supporting documentation.
• Design and directly implement user interface elements within the game engine, ensuring that the final in-game experience matches the original design vision.
• Ensure accessibility and localization readiness within your designs.
• Communicate a clear and concise vision of unified interface design to teams of various technical and artistic aptitude.
• Iterate on design as required based on feedback from Design, Planning, and QA teams.
• Advocate for ease-of-use, user experience, and product consistency.

Requirements

• 2+ years working as a UI/UX designer in a gaming or other interactive design field.
• Firm understanding of UX process and usability design principles.
• Strong visual design skills and experience working closely with artists.
• Able to work well in a cross-functional role touching on many different departments with different levels of technical expertise.
• A strong portfolio showcasing your UI/UX work, ideally for PC/console titles.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent or 10 years working in the games industry in any capacity (Required for Japanese VISA).

Nice to have

• Proficiency using game engines such as Unity or Unreal Engine.
• Proficient with common design tools (ex. Figma, Affinity or Adobe Products, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of scripting and motion design is a plus.
• Proactive ability to provide constructive feedback and receive it effectively to iterate on designs.
• Willingness to learn Japanese or prior language skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary and twice yearly bonuses.
• National Health Insurance and Pension support (社会保険) in Japan.
• Japanese VISA sponsorship for foreign applicants.
• Working hours under Japan’s Discretionary Labor System with no regular overtime.
• Paid holidays plus public holidays, Year-end and New Year holidays, and Summer holidays.
• Reimbursement for transportation expenses and medical checkups.