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Join the award-winning team that created God of War

Santa Monica Studio is seeking a Sr Technical UI/UX Designer for the development of a new unannounced title!

The Sr UI/UX Technical Designer will work with the team of UI/UX Technical Designers, UI Artists, and UI/UX Engineers to design and implement UI screens, components, and other assets into the game engine. You will take ownership of UI/UX technical implementation, guiding your team to build high-quality features and systems.

Responsibilities

Implement screens, widgets, logic, and data flows using text based and visual scripting to match design specifications and visual targets
Be the owner of UI/UX technical implementation. Design and build tools and workflows to support iterative, large-scale development
Work closely with UI/UX Lead, directors, and other departments leads to determine design, technical, and data requirements for game features
Provide solutions within technical constraints that support and supplement the creative vision of the game
Consistently play through game content, analyzing, validating, and providing feedback on UI elements. Work with production and design leadership to translate feedback into scheduled, practical tasks
Mentor other designers to improve their design, scripting, and implementation capability
Contribute to design discussions and support collaboration, communication, and creativity across all teams and departments

Requirements

Minimum of 4+ years as a UI Technical Designer, Front-End developer, or similar role
Professional experience with Maya or equivalent
Expert proficiency with scripting languages (Lua, ActionScript, C#, Python, React JS, etc.) and experience with a visual scripting system (Blueprints, etc.)
Collaborative and inclusive attitude with the ability to listen, learn, and adapt to alternate views and approaches
Strong communication skills and ability to present work and respond quickly to feedback
Experience working with UI Art and UX Design tools such as Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and more
Ability to create design documents for UI systems and tools features
Passion for games and game development

Preferred Experience

Hands-on experience developing user interfaces for HD console video games or similar products
Experience in pipeline development and process improvement
Experience developing shippable in engine UI for action RPG’s
Computer Science, Engineering or Technical Art background

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Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

In addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$106,600—$159,800 USD

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