About the Role
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a UI/UX Designer (GameDev) in South Africa.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for a creative and detail-oriented UI/UX Designer to contribute to engaging mobile game experiences in a fully remote and collaborative environment. You will play a key role in shaping intuitive interfaces and visually compelling designs that enhance player interaction and satisfaction. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll help bring game concepts to life through user-centered design and polished visual execution. The position is part of a talent pipeline for upcoming projects, offering the chance to join innovative game initiatives as they arise. It’s an ideal fit for someone passionate about gaming, design excellence, and continuous improvement. You’ll thrive in a culture that values autonomy, creativity, and high-quality craftsmanship.
Accountabilities:
- Design intuitive and visually engaging user interfaces and user experiences for mobile games.
- Create wireframes, user flows, and high-fidelity mockups to support the full design lifecycle.
- Develop in-game UI elements such as HUDs, menus, pop-ups, and icons that enhance gameplay.
- Collaborate with game designers, artists, and producers to align UI/UX with overall game vision and mechanics.
- Ensure visual consistency and contribute to the overall look and feel of the game.
- Iterate on designs based on feedback, usability testing, and player behavior insights.
- Apply UX best practices to improve usability, accessibility, and player engagement.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience in UI/UX design for mobile games (mid to senior level).
- Strong visual design skills with the ability to adapt to different artistic styles (stylized to semi-realistic).
- Solid understanding of UX principles, usability, and responsive layout design for mobile platforms.
- Proficiency in design tools such as Photoshop, Figma, Illustrator, or similar.
- Experience designing end-to-end interfaces, from concept to final polished UI.
- Portfolio showcasing work on released commercial game projects.
- Strong knowledge of typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy.
- Good communication skills in English (upper-intermediate or higher).
- Passion for gaming and understanding of player experience.
- Nice to have: experience with usability testing, game metrics analysis, and free-to-play mechanics.
Benefits:
- Fully remote work setup with the flexibility to work from anywhere.
- Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
- Opportunity to join future high-impact game projects.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
- Culture focused on autonomy, trust, and creative freedom.
- Continuous growth opportunities within a global game development ecosystem.
