Senior UX/UI Designer - Gaming

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Health, dental, vision insurance

Access to game development tools

Generous paid time off

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior UX/UI Designer to join a gaming-focused team in Klerksdorp. You will shape UI/UX for upcoming mobile and console titles, translating gameplay into intuitive interfaces through collaboration with designers, developers and product managers.

The role emphasizes a strong portfolio, game-focused UX skills, and proficiency in Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD. A hybrid work setup and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years in UX/UI, with game/interactive focus.
• Strong portfolio with game UI/UX, wireframes and prototypes.
• Proficient in Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD or equivalents.
• Understanding of user psychology and gaming markets.

Responsibilities

• Design intuitive, engaging UI/UX for mobile and console games.
• Create user flows, wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Conduct user research and usability testing, analyze feedback.
• Collaborate with designers and developers to ensure feasibility.
• Develop and maintain design style guides and asset libraries.
• Champion user-centered design throughout the game development lifecycle.

Skills

UX/UI design

User research

Prototyping

Gameplay UX

Education

Bachelor's degree in Design or related

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the Arts & Entertainment sector, specifically within the gaming industry, is seeking a talented Senior UX/UI Designer to join their team in Klerksdorp. This critical role will shape the user experience and interface design for our exciting new game titles, ensuring intuitive navigation, engaging gameplay, and visually stunning interfaces. You will collaborate closely with game designers, developers, and product managers to translate complex game mechanics and user needs into seamless and enjoyable player experiences. This is an exceptional opportunity for a creative designer to make a significant impact on player engagement and game success in a collaborative and forward-thinking studio environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing user interfaces (UI) and user experiences (UX) for mobile and console games.


• Create user flows, wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas and solutions.


• Conduct user research, usability testing, and analyze player feedback to inform design decisions and iterate on existing features.


• Collaborate closely with game designers and developers to ensure UI/UX designs are technically feasible and align with gameplay objectives.


• Develop and maintain design style guides, UI kits, and asset libraries to ensure consistency across game titles.


• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the entire game development lifecycle, advocating for the player experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.


• 5+ years of experience as a UX/UI Designer, with a significant focus on game design or interactive entertainment.


• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional UI/UX design skills for games, including wireframing, prototyping, and visual design.


• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.


• Deep understanding of user psychology, interaction design principles, and the gaming market.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.


• Access to cutting-edge game development tools and technologies.


• Generous paid time off and company holidays.


• Hybrid work model offering a balance of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.