UX Designer

Smoking Gun Interactive•Vancouver, BC

7d•CA$60,000 - CA$90,000•Remote

About The Position

As a UX Designer at Smoking Gun Interactive (SGI), you will focus on creating intuitive, engaging, and seamless experiences for players. Whilst this position is being offered on a remote basis, we are only able to consider applicants who are currently located in BC, and ideally within the greater Vancouver area.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in user experience, graphic design, design, or related field
At least 2 years of experience in UX design for mobile or web applications
Strong portfolio showcasing UX design skills and problem-solving ability
Proficiency in design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
Knowledge of game development and game design principles
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

User research, usability testing, and data analysis but must also be effective when these materials are not available
A generalist game design background
Working on casual games

Responsibilities

Create wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs that communicate the user experience and functionality of our games
Design and iterate on game mechanics, player flows, and user interfaces
Conduct user research to understand player’s needs and preferences
Continuously iterate on designs based on user feedback and data-driven insights
Work closely with game developers to ensure the user experience is implemented to a high standard
Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to understand business goals and player feedback
Help establish and maintain design standards for the studio
Stay up-to-date with industry trends, new technologies, and emerging design patterns