Lead UI

Cloud Imperium Games • Montreal, QC

6d

About The Position

Cloud Imperium Games is a leading game development company known for its innovative and immersive gaming experiences. We are dedicated to creating high-quality games that captivate and engage players worldwide. Founded in 2012 by renowned game developer Chris Roberts, Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) is one of the largest global independent studios, with over 1,000 employees, dedicated to delivering next-generation AAA games. CIG prides itself in thinking outside the box, encouraging creativity, and developing ground-breaking technology. CIG believes in raising the bar for the gaming industry and the community as a whole. As a Lead UI, you will help shape how players interact with each other within a sci-fi universe. You will oversee the design and production of diegetic user interfaces that deliver a unique player experience, from holographic vehicle HUDs and interactive maps, to in-world screens for missions, mining, and trading. You will work closely with designers, artists, technical artists, and programmers while leading a team of UI Artists, UI Designers, and UX Designers.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a Senior UI Artist or UI Designer, plus 2 years of leadership experience on a AAA game production.
• A diverse portfolio demonstrating a good comprehension of UI/UX design for video games.
• Knowledge of user-centered UX principles.
• Proficiency with Adobe tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects) and prototyping tools (Figma, Miro, Claude).
• Familiar with Agile/Lean methodologies, project management tools (Jira), and game design principles.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills, including with senior leadership.
• Agile in finding solutions to technical hurdles and challenges.
• Autonomy, initiative, and pride in a job well done.
• Curiosity and a passion for solving complex problems through design.
• Comfortable managing, mentoring, and coaching a team.
• English language proficiency is required for this position as the incumbent will need to collaborate daily with international studio teams and participate in work meetings conducted exclusively in English.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative UI in collaboration with the Game Design and Game Art teams.
• Seek to improve the team's efficiency and contribution.
• Implement your work directly in the game engine using our internal tools.
• Mentor and grow the UI Artists, UI and UX Designers on your team.
• Oversee the team's UI/UX deliverables.
• Work with designers and the art direction to define visual guidelines and drive the vision forward.
• Ensure consistency with cross-functional teams (audio, art, game design, narrative, monetization).
• Work closely with the UI Director to ensure their creative vision is translated faithfully into the game.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed