Senior UI/UX App Designer

Phygtl Inc; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Phygtl, an innovative AI startup, is seeking a Senior UI/UX App Designer. Your mission will involve designing creative user interfaces for immersive experiences targeting Gen Z and Alpha, while working with a world-class team to tackle social isolation through technology. This remote role offers the chance to influence the future of interaction design in gaming and AR.

Benefits

Flexible remote work environment

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in UI/UX design for gaming or AR.
• Strong portfolio of immersive UI designs and user flows.
• Excellent English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design intuitive UI/UX for immersive Unity apps.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure effective implementation.
• Conduct user research and iterate designs based on feedback.

Skills

UI/UX design

AR experience

Interaction design

User research

Design tools expertise

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Phygtl | Remote (LATAM, Eastern Europe, South East Asisa, or India) | Full-Time

Our Mission:

At Phygtl, one of Silicon Valley's most innovative AI startups, we are solving the problem for Students suffering from social isolation, a challenge that affects over 60% of today's students, contributing significantly to rising depression and anxiety rates. We develop technology that reduces isolation by up to 40%, by providing a novel way to foster community on campus while bridging connections between physical and digital environments.

Who We Are:

Our team includes PhDs from institutions such as Stanford, UC Berkeley, MIT, and Carnegie Mellon, alongside professionals from companies like Niantic, Meta, Magic Leap, Riot Games, Ubisoft, and Zynga. Led by a Silicon Valley-based serial entrepreneur, our startup is united by a commitment to rescue next-gen from Social Atrophy.

Role Overview:

We are hiring a creative and experienced Senior UI/UX App Designer based in LATAM, Eastern Europe, South East Asia, or India (fluent English speaker), passionate about immersive gaming and AR. Your role will involve creating innovative user interfaces and interactive experiences that uniquely engage Gen Z and Alpha, paving the way toward integration with smart glasses and immersive digital worlds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design intuitive, visually compelling UI/UX for immersive Unity apps and AR interactions.
• Conceptualize, prototype, and deliver interaction models, user flows, wireframes, and interactive prototypes.
• Collaborate closely with Unity developers, product, and design teams to ensure designs are effectively implemented.
• Conduct user research, gather feedback, and iterate designs to achieve rewarding digital-physical interactions.
• Ensure consistent style and intuitive UX that aligns with Gen Z and Alpha preferences, setting new standards for immersive interactions.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in UI/UX design for gaming, AR, or immersive digital apps.
• Proven ability designing interactive experiences, ideally in 3D gaming environments.
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative and immersive UI designs, interactions, and user flows.
• Expertise in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, and prototyping software.
• Familiarity with Unity and designing specifically for AR or immersive platforms.
• Excellent English communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience designing products for Gen Z and Gen Alpha audiences.
• Previous involvement with smart-glass or wearable interfaces.
• Deep interest and knowledge of emerging trends in gaming, AR, and immersive tech.

Why Join Phygtl:

• Design revolutionary immersive experiences tackling crucial social challenges.
• Join a world-class, multidisciplinary team bridging academia and industry innovation.
• Flexible remote work environment with competitive compensation based on regional standards.

Who Should Apply:

You should apply if you’re driven by creating groundbreaking, immersive user experiences. Ideal candidates have a passion for meaningful interaction design that resonates strongly with younger generations, shaping the future of physical-digital connectivity.

Apply Now:

If Phygtl’s mission aligns with your creative vision and expertise, click to shape next-gen immersive experiences with us. If you’re a world-class designer based in LATAM, Eastern Europe, SEA, or India and are looking to help build a mission-first company tackling real-world social isolation — we’d love to hear from you