Technical UI/UX Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Technical UI/UX Designer (Gamedev): Adapting and implementing UI systems for large-scale simulation games across new platforms with an accent on technical implementation, controller-first navigation, and cross-platform scalability. Focus on diagnosing UX friction, rebuilding UI flows, and ensuring performance consistency within complex production environments.

Location: Must be based in Canada

Salary: $90,000 – $110,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a recruitment platform utilizing AI-powered matching to connect candidates with opportunities at partner companies.

What you will do

• Collaborate with design, engineering, and production teams to adapt UI systems for new platforms and input methods.
• Design and implement scalable UI layouts that function across various screen sizes and aspect ratios.
• Work hands-on within UI toolsets to debug, extend, and refine navigation flows and interactions.
• Partner with engineers to ensure UI responsiveness, performance, and technical feasibility.
• Identify and resolve platform-specific UX friction related to controller input and navigation constraints.
• Conduct in-game testing to iterate on layouts and improve overall player experience.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience in UI/UX design for games with a focus on implementation.
• Hands-on experience with Scaleform-based UI systems including data binding and animation.
• Experience supporting platform transitions or ports for complex, UI-heavy games.
• Strong understanding of controller-first UX design and focus management.
• Familiarity with cross-platform UI challenges and adapting PC interfaces for consoles.
• Must be based in Canada with the ability to work in a remote-first environment.

Nice to have

• Interest in accessibility and usability for long play sessions.
• Experience refactoring legacy UI systems while maintaining design consistency.
• Background in UI animation or motion design.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $90,000 – $110,000 per year.
• Remote-first work environment with flexible arrangements.
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, established game IPs.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary studio culture focused on craftsmanship.
• Supportive workplace emphasizing talent development and creative freedom.