Jun 30, 2023
You will perform direct work as a UX Designer on a brand-new cross-platform, free-to-play multiplayer action game with an original IP. You will specify the structure and key points of interaction for the game's features. You will collaborate with the UI/UX lead to creating a world-class gaming experience that is both highly intuitive and approachable and feels deeply thematic. Unlimited imagination, passion, and unwavering attention to detail are requirements for this profession. For suitable candidates, we provide relocation assistance and visa sponsorship as needed.
Design the UX and layout of core features through wireframing and functional prototypes
Collaborate with UI artists, other designers, and engineers to oversee and guide implementation of features from conception to launch
Iterating on and validating core features by running playtests, evaluating feedback, reviewing data, and proposing and implementing changes
Ensure designs work and feel great on all platforms, without requiring a large amount of custom changes for any individual platform
Remain current on game industry trends including new games and game genres, emerging game design methods and techniques
2+ years of industry experience in a design position, having been responsible for the UX of several different types of core player facing systems
Deep familiarity with mobile design best practices and progression systems
Ability and willingness to tackle technical problems and quickly learn new tools and workflows.
Ability to communicate data-informed vision and design rationale to the team and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
Capability to break down experiences thoughtfully to be able to be built and tested incrementally, making trade-offs between quality and functionality
Experience with UMG and UI Implementation in Unreal Engine 5
Functional 2D art skills for creating readable and presentable non-shipping UI art
Experience working on multiple platforms (console, PC, mobile)
Experience working in Figma
Passion for competitive multiplayer games
Competence in other disciplines, such as programming, art creation, or production
Who We Are
We make games because we love them, and we love the way they inspire us, bring us together, and enrich our lives. Our mosaic community of game developers is united by shared values and a desire to innovate and create new kinds of core, lifestyle, multiplayer games. Phoenix Labs has teams located in Vancouver (BC), Montreal, and San Mateo. We offer relocation + visa sponsorship for qualified candidates, as needed.