Senior UI/UX Game Designer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Conference attendance

Dynamic Mossel Bay team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks a Senior UI/UX Game Designer to craft intuitive interfaces and engaging player experiences for mobile titles. You will define flows, prototypes and high-fidelity UI assets while aligning with the game art and narrative.

The role collaborates with designers, artists and programmers in a hybrid setup, balancing studio sessions with remote work. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in mobile game UI/UX, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• 5+ years of UI/UX design experience for mobile games.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating mobile game UI/UX work.
• Proficiency with Figma, Sketch and Adobe XD.
• Experience with Unity or Unreal Engine is a plus.
• Ability to communicate clearly and iterate based on user feedback.

Responsibilities

• Design and prototype intuitive mobile game UI, menus, HUDs and controls.
• Create user flows, wireframes and high-fidelity mockups.
• Collaborate with designers, artists and programmers on UI systems.
• Conduct usability tests and iterate designs from feedback.
• Define UI style guides and asset libraries for consistency.
• Work with programmers to ensure accurate UI implementation.
• Analyze player data to identify UI/UX improvements.
• Stay updated on mobile game UI/UX trends.

Skills

Mobile UI/UX design

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

User-centered design

Portfolio

Communication

Design critique

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design/HCI/CS

Tools

Unity

Unreal Engine

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing independent game studio celebrated for its innovative mobile titles, is seeking an experienced Senior UI/UX Game Designer to contribute to their exciting projects in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. This role is integral to crafting intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing user interfaces and experiences that define the player's interaction with the game. You will be responsible for designing interfaces that are not only functional and user-friendly but also align perfectly with the game's artistic style and narrative. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of player psychology, mobile gaming trends, and the specific challenges of UI/UX design in a game development context. You will collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and programmers to iterate on designs, conduct user testing, and ensure a seamless player journey from onboarding to advanced gameplay. This hybrid position offers the flexibility to balance productive work from home with collaborative sessions at our Mossel Bay studio.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and prototype intuitive and engaging user interfaces for mobile games, including menus, HUDs, and control schemes.
• Develop user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity mockups for game UI elements.
• Collaborate with game designers to define player progression, onboarding, and meta-game systems from a UI/UX perspective.
• Conduct usability testing and gather player feedback to iterate and improve UI/UX designs.
• Work closely with programmers to ensure efficient and accurate implementation of UI assets and functionalities.
• Define and maintain UI style guides and asset libraries to ensure visual consistency.
• Analyze player data and metrics to identify areas for UI/UX improvement.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and best practices in mobile game UI/UX design.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in UI/UX design, with a significant portion focused on mobile game development, supported by a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD).
• Deep understanding of user-centered design principles and usability best practices within the gaming context.
• Experience with creating UI assets and working with game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to articulate design decisions and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• A passion for mobile gaming and a keen eye for detail in interface design.
• Bachelor's degree in Design, HCI, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunity to work on creatively driven mobile game projects.
• Professional development opportunities and conference attendance.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment in Mossel Bay.