Senior UI Technical Game Designer

Senior UI Technical Game Designer (CONTRACT)

United States, San Mateo, CA

San Diego Studio seeks a highly skilled User Interface Technical Designer to build and support our game's front-end user interfaces. Here, you will partner with interface artists by using redlines and mock-ups to develop and implement flexible interface systems. Occasionally, tasks may include some ambiguity, so we seek designers able to consider the entire picture and eager to overcome complex tasks.

• Implement interface screens pixel-perfect to mock-ups and redlines crafted by interface artists.
• Work alongside UI Artists and Game Designers to ensure mock-ups are technically feasible.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to put in place data contracts for screen development.
• Assist building wireframes or mock-ups as the opportunities arise.

• Professional work history developing user interfaces for video games (or related) and work within UI frameworks.
• Strong technical skills and the knowledge of the industry’s newest technology, workflows and software.
• Basic knowledge of software programming's standard methodologies and terminology.
• Experience working on AAA console games or mobile experiences.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to clearly explain technical requirements.
• Ability to produce high quality work quickly within strict deadlines and time constraints.
• Ability to iterate and adapt to feedback from design and playtest results.

• Familiarity with C++ or other programming languages
• Knowledge of animation standard methodologies.
• Multi-platform experience developing for mobile or responsive web.
• Intermediate knowledge of Figma and Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of user experiences, including UX, design, animation, art and tooling.

$59.55 - $107.20 USD (hourly rate)

In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision.

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Please note that the individual base pay range may vary based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

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