Director of UIUX

MAKE STRATEGY GAMES THAT STAND THE TEST OF TIME.

For nearly 30 years Firaxis Games has built the strategy games players dont just play; they master replay and argue about for years. From Sid Meiers Civilization to XCOM we create deeply strategic turn-based experiences that reward patience planning and a healthy dose of obsession. Founded in 1996 by industry legend Sid Meier our studio has earned BAFTAs D.I.C.E. Awards and Game of the Year honors along the way - and were just getting started on the next generation of strategy games. To build the best we need people who care as much about getting the details right as our players do. Were looking for teammates who own their craft bring real curiosity and never lose sight of the player on the other side of the screen. If that sounds like your kind of studio wed love to hear from you.

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What We Need

Firaxis Games is looking for a talented motivated and experienced Director to define the vision and execution for user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design for a franchise in Firaxis future. The Director of UX/UI will deliver world class experiences for our players while also improving the outcomes quality and efficiency of the UX/UI team.

• You are OUTCOME focused and know how to deliver the appropriate quality for the milestone or release.
• You know when speed is required and you know when its time to slow down and think through a problem.
• Context switching is easy for you as you can operate as a Director a Lead or an Individual Contributor focused on the Franchise or on multiple projects in the Franchise multiple times within the same day.
• You are able to direct the work across all UI development regardless of discipline and you can define and drive the tooling and pipeline needs of the team.
• You have excellent people and management skills.
• Youre comfortable in Unreal Engine Figma and every other tool or technology that emerges.
• You can easily navigate multiple worlds of competing priorities.
• You can build grow and retain a world class team of design art and /or tech professionals.
• You know when to use a soft touch a Bulldozer or anything in between.

Still here Then we want to talk to you!

What You Will Do

• Lead a cross-discipline UI team team of UX designers (up to 10)
• Work with Game Directors and Designers to translate goals and constraints into compelling user-facing experiences
• Collaborate with other UX/UI Craft leads ensuring strong cross-team relationships and communication
• Present and pitch designs to the Creative Director Game Directors and Franchise Leadership.
• Produce UX design work such as competitive analysis information design content strategy user stories journey mapping and accessibility standards
• Work collaboratively across multiple teams within the Franchise to create consistency and resolve design discrepancies
• Build flexible design systems that enhance our ability to develop design more efficiently and consistently

Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit

• You have 7 years of experience working collaboratively in at least one of UX design UI art or UI engineering actively developing UI features in video design features and complex UX systems and complete them across multiple platforms (mobile web PC consoles)
• You have 7 years of experience working in flexible environments and on multi-disciplinary teams
• You have 5 years of experience managing a team up to 10 people or equivalent training
• 5 years of experience presenting to other team members and stakeholders
• You are a results oriented empathetic and compassionate leader
• You are skilled with Unreal Engines UMG system Figma the Adobe Suite and prototyping software
• You have a strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design solutions with strong visual direction and interaction design
• Thorough understanding of UI/UX design art and engineering practices.
• Significant management and mentoring experience including experience with disciplinary and career development practices.
• Strong understanding of game development processes and gameplay mechanics.
• A willingness to advocate for the player and be their voice when needed.
• Strong alignment with Firaxis values and Mission
• Must possess current US work authorization.
• Leadership: Proven ability to manage mentor and influence cross-functional teams.
• Tools: Familiarity with modern design/prototyping tools (e.g. Figma Sketch) Unreal Engine etc.

2K is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. Information regarding salary ranges and benefits is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws.

The pay range for this position in North Carolina at the start of employment is expected to be between $145900 and $215920 per Year. However base pay offered is based on market location and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates such as job-related knowledge skills experience and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations the total compensation package for employees in regular roles may also include other elements including a bonus and/or equity awards in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits provided that temporary or intern roles will not be eligible for many of these payments or benefits. Details of participation in compensation and benefit plans (if applicable) will be provided if an employee receives an offer of hired employee will be in an at-will position and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

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