UX Designer - Manchester, United Kingdom - Cubiq Recruitment

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UX

  • Unreal Engine
  • User Stories

UX Designer

£70,000 DOE

Remote working

Manchester-based company


Are you driven by an unparalleled love for creating user experiences? Join a spirited games studio that's at the forefront of gaming technology and innovation.

We're on the lookout for a UX Designer whose passion mirrors theirs and who can help them construct groundbreaking games.


Your Role:

As a UX Designer, here's a snapshot of what you'll do:

  • Harness the power of Unreal Engine 5 to develop a stellar UX design for an in-game map editor
  • Produce and update all necessary UX documents user stories, game/UX logic, menu flows, and ingame layouts
  • Lead an iterative prototyping process, always aiming for improvement based on received feedback
  • Advocate for UX enhancements to maximise player engagement and retention
  • Liaise effectively with a diverse team, ranging from Game Directors and Producers to Programmers and Testers
  • Promote accessibility wherever possible within the project's framework

What You'll Bring:


  • Solid experience with Unreal Engine 5, evidenced by at least one published title
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills, aiding in making wellinformed design decisions
  • Keen attention to detail, spotting and fixing potential UX issues
  • A deepseated passion for video games and a firm grasp on industry practices
  • Proficiency in English, capable of eloquently presenting your ideas

It's a Plus If:


  • You have previous experience with FPS games
  • You have familiarity with cognitive and social psychology, motivational theories
  • You understand information architecture, ergonomics, and accessibility principles
  • You possess visual design skills, producing highquality UI assets
  • You have experience in UX/UI for AA/AAA videogames
  • You're a fan of firstperson shooters

What's In It for You?

  • Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
  • Option for full remote working
  • Flexible working and lunch hours
  • Discretionary bonuses and Christmas closures
  • Topnotch office equipment
  • Regular team lunches and socials (when possible)
  • Strong emphasis on worklife balance
  • Access to Perkbox for a variety of benefits

Your Next Move:

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