Senior UX/UI Designer for Mobile Gaming Platforms

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary package

Professional development

Modern design tools

Collaborative team

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior UX/UI Designer for a leading mobile gaming innovator based in Welkom, Free State. You will shape player-centered interfaces, from research to high-fidelity prototypes, ensuring seamless experiences on iOS and Android across multiple titles.

You will collaborate with game designers, product managers, and developers to translate gameplay into intuitive UI, build a design system, and champion accessibility across devices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer with a mobile UI portfolio.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and mobile interaction patterns.
• Experience with user research methods and usability testing.
• Familiarity with game design principles and mobile gaming landscape.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, player interviews, and usability testing to inform design decisions.
• Create user flows, wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for mobile game interfaces.
• Develop and maintain a consistent visual language and design system across multiple game titles.
• Collaborate with game designers, product managers, and developers to translate gameplay into intuitive interfaces.
• Optimize UI layouts for various screen sizes and platform conventions (iOS/Android).
• Iterate on designs based on feedback, analytics, and team input.
• Champion user-centered design throughout the development lifecycle.
• Stay updated on mobile UX/UI trends within gaming.

Skills

User research

Wireframing

Prototyping

Visual design

Mobile design

Collaboration

Agile

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the mobile gaming sector based in **Welkom, Free State**, is looking for a highly skilled Senior UX/UI Designer to elevate the player experience across their diverse portfolio of games. This role is critical in shaping intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing interfaces that drive player retention and satisfaction. You will be responsible for the end-to-end design process, from user research and wireframing to high-fidelity prototyping and final UI implementation, ensuring seamless interaction on various mobile devices. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of mobile design principles, player psychology, and the unique challenges of the gaming industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on player-facing design within a dynamic and growth-oriented company located in **Welkom**.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct user research, player interviews, and usability testing to gather insights and inform design decisions.
• Create user flows, wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for mobile game interfaces.
• Develop and maintain a consistent visual language and design system across multiple game titles.
• Collaborate closely with game designers, product managers, and developers to translate gameplay mechanics and features into intuitive user interfaces.
• Optimize UI layouts for various screen sizes, resolutions, and platform conventions (iOS and Android).
• Iterate on designs based on player feedback, analytics, and team input.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the development lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of current trends and best practices in mobile UX/UI design, particularly within the gaming industry.
• Ensure accessibility standards are met for all UI elements.
• Contribute to defining the overall user experience strategy for new and existing games.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer, with a strong portfolio demonstrating successful mobile application or game UI design.
• Expertise in industry-standard design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or similar.
• In-depth understanding of user-centered design principles, usability heuristics, and mobile interaction design patterns.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Familiarity with game design principles and the mobile gaming landscape.
• Excellent visual design skills, including typography, color theory, and layout.
• Strong communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• A Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment is a plus.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary package reflecting your expertise.
• Opportunity to influence the player experience of popular mobile games.
• Work with a passionate and talented team in **Welkom**.
• Access to modern design tools and technologies.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A creative and collaborative work environment.
• Contribution to a growing company in the thriving mobile gaming market.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.