UI UX Design Lead

Accountabilities:

• The role combines design leadership, hands-on UI/UX creation, and cross-functional collaboration to establish a strong and consistent design direction across mobile game projects.

  • Lead, mentor, and guide the internal UI/UX design team.
  • Own UI/UX design end-to-end for mobile games, from initial concepts through final production assets.
  • Create intuitive and visually engaging mobile interfaces from scratch.
  • Define and maintain a consistent UI/UX design direction across projects.
  • Work closely with product, engineering, and game design teams to transform concepts into production-ready assets.
  • Apply strong principles of visual design, interaction design, and information architecture throughout the product experience.
  • Create and refine 2D artwork, illustrations, icons, and other visual interface elements.
  • Incorporate animation and visual effects to enhance the usability and appeal of game interfaces.
  • Manage several design projects in parallel while maintaining quality, consistency, and attention to detail.
  • Build and improve efficient processes that support collaboration between design and other teams.
  • Review design work, provide constructive feedback, and promote high-quality design standards.
  • Support the continuous evolution of UI/UX practices and workflows across the design function.

  Requirements:

  The ideal candidate is an experienced mobile game designer with strong visual and UX expertise, leadership capabilities, and the ability to combine creative thinking with hands-on execution.

  • 3+ years of experience as a UI/UX Design Lead within mobile game development.
  • Strong understanding of UI/UX fundamentals, including visual design, interaction design, and information architecture.
  • Proven ability to design mobile interfaces from concept to completion.
  • Strong skills in Figma and Photoshop.
  • Experience with Unity is a plus.
  • Strong 2D art and illustration capabilities.
  • Excellent icon design skills and a strong understanding of visual composition.
  • Good eye for animation, effects, and interactive elements within game interfaces.
  • Ability to balance creativity with usability and production requirements.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to design quality.
  • Proven experience leading, mentoring, or guiding other designers.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Effective cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.
  • Fluent in Russian and English.
  • Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.

  Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Fully remote work with flexibility around where you work.
  • Remote/office work options where applicable.
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborative and creative team environment.
  • Opportunity to shape UI/UX direction for mobile gaming products.
  • Leadership responsibility within an expanding design function.