Senior UI/UX Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior UI/UX Designer (Gamedev): Designing and implementing intuitive user interfaces for unannounced video game projects with an accent on solving complex UX problems and multi-platform accessibility. Focus on creating high-fidelity mock-ups, wireframing, and using visual scripting tools to implement UI solutions in-engine.

Location: On-site in Oxford, UK. Must have permanent right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship provided).

Company

Independent developer and publisher of video games, film, board games, and comics, renowned for the Sniper Elite series.

What you will do

• Design multi-platform UI solutions for a variety of input devices.
• Collaborate with Design and UI Art to create wireframes, high-fidelity mock-ups, and prototypes.
• Identify and solve complex UX problems and research UI barriers through iteration based on internal feedback.
• Implement UI solutions using a visual scripting toolset.
• Mentor the team on industry best practices and champion usability and accessibility.
• Assist with optimization and debugging to resolve issues raised by testers.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar Senior UI/UX role within the games industry.
• Portfolio of interaction design showing UX methodology, wireframing, and prototyping.
• Portfolio of visual design demonstrating strong hierarchy, typography, and composition.
• Experience reducing cognitive load and ensuring consistency from the player's perspective.
• Permanent right to work in the UK is mandatory (no visa sponsorship available).
• Desire to learn in-engine implementation using tools like Unreal or Unity UMG.

Culture & Benefits

• Extensive holiday package: 22 days plus Christmas closure and Bank holidays.
• Comprehensive health coverage: Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, dental, and vision.
• Financial security: Life Assurance, Income Protection, and Critical Illness Cover.
• Enhanced Pension Scheme and interest-free, tax-free loans.
• Mental health and wellbeing support via EAP.
• Relocation package including moving assistance and temporary accommodation.