[Hiring] UX Designer @Smoking Gun Interactive

Role Description

As a UX Designer with 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 within the greater Vancouver area.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a UI/UX Designer in the game industry.
• A strong portfolio with at least one shipped mobile and PC game title (portfolio must submit to be considered).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and prototyping tools.
• Experience with user research, A/B testing, feedback loops, and data analysis.
• Strong knowledge of game development, game design principles, and developing interactive interfaces in game engine.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in user experience, graphic design, or related field.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• 10 days vacation leave.
• 5 paid days personal leave.
• 7 paid sick days.
• Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment.
• Dependent Life Insurance.
• Long Term Disability (LTD).
• Extended Healthcare Benefit.
• Dental Care.
• RRSP matching.
• Training & Development.
• Salary Range: $60,000 - $90,000 CAD.