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Get a job: Rocket League dev Psyonix is hiring an experienced UI Lead

Psyonix, an independent video game developer located in downtown San Diego, is looking for an experienced UI Lead to oversee interface design and development on_ Rocket League_.

Alissa McAloon, Publisher

March 26, 2019

2 Min Read
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UI Lead, Psyonix

Location: San Diego, California

Essential Responsibilities & Job Duties

  • Work closely with the Game Director, Producers, and Client/UI team to plan and prioritize UI feature requests for both Rocket League and Rocket League China

  • Collaborate with the design team to translate design docs into clear and concise plans for UI via flowcharts, wireframes, click-through prototypes, and additional documentation

  • Mitigate rework and reduce time-to-market on large features by anticipating future additions and breaking them down into multi-phase releases

  • Oversee every aspect of the UI pipeline to ensure the production of each feature stays on course and is delivered on time

  • Analyze feedback from UX test lab to help identify and improve interface usability

  • Direct UI outsourcing efforts where practical and recommend additional hiring needs

  • Guide the team to develop best practices and consistent interactive conventions to maintain a high quality bar

Qualifications & Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional UI/UX design experience

  • 1+ years of experience managing a team of UI Artists and Engineers

  • Shipped UI for projects across a variety of platforms (PC, console, mobile, etc.)

  • A solid understanding of interface conventions and knowledge of current tools and trends in UI development

  • Ability to multi-task and come up with inventive solutions to complex problems with a proven track record of hitting deadlines

  • Ability to react quickly and intuitively to changes in design

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work well with other departments

Pluses

  • Hands-on experience with Scaleform and/or Unreal

  • Experience working on a live game with a fast-paced patch schedule and cascading releases

Interested? Apply now.

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About the Author

Alissa McAloon

Publisher, GameDeveloper.com

As the Publisher of Game Developer, Alissa McAloon brings a decade of experience in the video game industry and media. When not working in the world of B2B game journalism, Alissa enjoys spending her time in the worlds of immersive sandbox games or dabbling in the occasional TTRPG.

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