Remote Game UI Designer
Description
Remote Game UI Designer
Introduction to the Role
We are seeking an exceptional Remote Game UI Designer who combines artistic flair with user-centered thinking to create immersive and intuitive gaming interfaces. This role is well-suited for individuals driven to craft user journeys that enhance game experiences, whether casual or competitive. As part of our dynamic and forward-thinking design team, you will help drive visual storytelling through UI elements that resonate with global audiences. This role isn’t just about how things look—it’s about how they feel, how players engage, and how every screen becomes part of a larger narrative. With a fully remote setup, you’ll have the flexibility to create from anywhere while contributing to high-impact projects that challenge the norms of UI in game development. This position offers an annual salary of $100,548.
Position Objectives and Expectations
As a Remote Game UI Designer, your primary goal will be to craft user experiences that enhance gameplay flow, align with visual aesthetics, and guide players without disrupting immersion.
Key Impact Areas
- Shape UI systems that align with gameplay objectives and artistic vision
- Ensure each UI element strengthens player engagement and usability
- Balance aesthetics with functional design to deliver an immersive experience
Key Responsibilities
- Design and deliver elegant, functional UI components that support gameplay goals and enhance player immersion
- Collaborate with UX designers to translate wireframes and user flows into vibrant, usable interface visuals.
- Develop game HUDs, menus, dialogue windows, and inventory screens that feel intuitive and consistent.
- Integrate assets with game engines (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine) while working closely with developers.
- Conduct usability testing and respond to feedback with thoughtful UI iterations.
- Design responsive layouts for multi-platform games across PC, console, and mobile.
- Maintain visual consistency through style guides and asset libraries
- Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of visual elements
Work Environment and Team Culture
You'll thrive in a team culture that celebrates imagination, autonomy, and innovation are deeply valued.
Remote Collaboration
- Daily stand-ups and asynchronous design reviews
- Monthly showcases to present design iterations and gather feedback
- Culture built on inclusivity, respect, and open idea exchange
Tools and Technology You’ll Use
As a Game UI Designer, your creative toolkit will be as crucial as your conceptual skills. You'll be expected to use industry-standard software and platforms confidently.
Core Software Stack
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, XD)
- Figma and Sketch for UI wireframes and prototyping
- Unity and Unreal Engine for UI implementation and iteration
- Spine, After Effects, or similar tools for motion design in UI
- Jira and Confluence for project tracking and documentation
- Slack and Miro for team communication and remote collaboration
Emerging Tools
- Dynamic scaling engines for adaptive UI systems
- Real-time UI systems and live telemetry tools
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Interaction Design, Game Design, Visual Arts, or equivalent practical experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience designing UI/UX for video games, preferably including at least one shipped title
- A visually impressive portfolio that highlights strong interface design for games across platforms
- Proficiency in visual storytelling, layout principles, and adaptive design
- Understanding of user psychology and behavior in interactive environments
- Ability to transform gameplay systems into accessible and elegant interfaces
- Strong communication skills, especially in cross-functional remote teams
- Attention to detail balanced with efficiency in execution and delivery
Growth Opportunities and Career Impact
This role serves as a launchpad for creative leadership within the studio.
Career Development
- Shape the UI language of the upcoming game series
- Mentor junior designers and lead design audits
- Participate in industry conferences and internal innovation forums
What Makes This Role Rewarding
You won’t just be drawing menus or adjusting sliders—you’ll be defining the way players emotionally connect with a game. Every element you design will have a purpose and a story. You will see your work come alive in beta tests, Twitch streams, and community reactions.
Creative Impact
- Define emotional tone through interface visuals
- Influence gameplay feel and user satisfaction
- Leave your fingerprint on titles experienced by players worldwide
Your Next Move Starts Here
If you're ready to redefine how users experience digital gameplay, we want to hear from you. Join us and create interfaces that are as engaging as the stories they help tell. You’ll design, innovate, and lead—all from wherever you feel most creative. Apply today and bring your design brilliance to the next frontier of game UI!