Lead UI/UX Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Lead UI/UX Designer (Gamedev): Steering the end-to-end UX and UI vision for an unannounced mobile title with an accent on scalable design systems, user flows, and technical implementation in Unreal Engine. Focus on leveraging player data for live-ops iteration, managing a multidisciplinary design team, and aligning UI with core gameplay pillars.

Location: Hybrid in London, UK (2 days per week in office)

Company

A global leader in interactive entertainment and a label of Take-Two Interactive, creating diverse gaming experiences across multiple genres for millions of players worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead the UX vision for current and future projects, creating wireframes, prototypes, and design briefs.
• Oversee the creative process from conceptualization to technical implementation in Unreal Engine.
• Collaborate with Art Directors, Design Directors, and Product Managers to align UI with gameplay pillars.
• Utilize player data and frequent testing to iterate and improve UX flows during live operations.
• Develop and maintain design guidelines, standards, and scalable UX design systems.
• Manage and mentor a team of internal and external UI/UX designers, focusing on their career growth.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UX Lead, Manager, or Director with shipped titles.
• Strong background in mobile development, specifically supporting live-operations and agile development.
• Expertise in live-service design methodologies for large player communities.
• Deep mastery of design systems, workflows, and creative processes.
• Must be based in or able to work from London, UK for a hybrid arrangement.
• Excellent verbal and visual communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and discretionary annual bonus scheme.
• Comprehensive health package including private medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Generous leave: 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and paid personal days.
• Strong parental support with fully paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Pension plan with double matching employer contributions.
• Additional perks including a £600 annual fitness reimbursement and flexible working hours.