UX/UI Designer

Dovetail Games; Chatham; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development company in Chatham is looking for a UX/UI Designer to enhance user experience in their Unreal Engine simulations. This remote role involves designing interface systems and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates should have 4+ years in the gaming industry, proficiency in design tools, and a strong portfolio. The company promotes diversity and offers a collaborative environment with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Company-funded away days

Access to latest tools and tech

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in the games industry.
• Portfolio demonstrating strong UX & UI visual design.
• Knowledge of UE4 or UE5 is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity mock-ups.
• Collaborate with game designers and engineers.
• Ensure consistency and usability across platforms.

Skills

Design tools proficiency (Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop)

Usability testing

Motion graphics design

Creativity and problem-solving skills

Tools

Miro

Confluence

Job description

Come join us as a UX/UI Designer to help shape the user experience within our Unreal Engine 4 and 5 simulations. This role is UK-based remote only.

You will work closely with our Lead, UI team, and Engineers to assist in the design, creation, and implementation of game menu systems and related overlays for in-game features. The successful candidate will have experience in user interface design within the video games or interactive website industries, with strong technical skills, knowledge of the UE4 or UE5 editor, and excellent attention to detail.

Dovetail Games is committed to promoting diversity, and all applicants will be considered based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent, regardless of any protected characteristics. At the individual's request, all roles will be considered for part-time, term-time only, and job share arrangements.

With a strong emphasis on our culture and wellbeing, you'll find an environment where you will be challenged but supported. We offer industry-leading work-life balance and flexible working from day one! Want to work fully UK-based remote? That’s perfectly fine, though some roles may require a hybrid approach with time in the office.

What You’ll Get from Us!

• Work where you work best – Remote, Hybrid, or In-Office? You choose!
• 37.5-hour workweek with flexible hours
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Access to the latest tools & tech
• Company-funded away days and team-building activities
• Opportunity to grow and work on popular titles
• Competitive salary and benefits
• https://careers.dovetailgames.com/benefits

Main Responsibilities

• Design wireframes, user flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity mock-ups for in-game interfaces and menus
• Create and maintain UI/UX documentation and style guides
• Present variations in style and accessibility options
• Translate gameplay systems and mechanics into clear and engaging user experiences
• Design and craft art assets for UI creation
• Assist in creating UI design bibles, feature mock-ups, and screen menu designs
• Collaborate with game designers and engineers to iterate on game interfaces
• Rapidly iterate design implementations for the best user experience
• Ensure consistency and usability across platforms (PC, console, mobile)

What We Look for in You

• Proficiency with design & prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
• Experience with Miro and Confluence
• A portfolio demonstrating strong UX & UI visual design
• Excellent graphic and information design skills
• Experience with motion graphics design/prototyping (After Effects, Animate CC, etc) is a plus
• Strong usability testing experience
• Knowledge of UE4 or UE5 and Blueprints is desirable
• 4+ years of experience in the games industry
• Creative and practical problem-solving skills
• Resourceful, self-motivated, and organized
• Up-to-date with UX/UI trends in gaming and related industries