UX Designer

Smoking Gun Interactive Inc.

. Create wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs that communicate the user experience and functionality of games .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$60,000 - CA$90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in UI/UX design for games, with a strong focus on user research, prototyping, and collaboration with development teams to create engaging player experiences. Proficient in design tools and methodologies that enhance game mechanics and user interfaces.

Highest-signal resume keywords

UI/UX DesignUser ResearchAdobe Creative SuiteFigmaGame Design Principles

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Hard Skills

PrototypingA/B TestingData AnalysisUsability TestingInteractive Interface Development

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationPresentation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaborative Work

Tools & Technologies

Prototyping ToolsGame Engine

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in User ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design

Industry Keywords

Game IndustryPlayer ExperienceDesign StandardsCasual GamesEmerging Design Patterns

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs that communicate the user experience and functionality of games
Design and iterate on game mechanics, player flows, and user interfaces
Conduct user research to understand players’ needs and preferences
Continuously iterate on designs based on user feedback and data-driven insights
Work closely with game developers to ensure user experience is implemented to a high standard
Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to understand business goals and player feedback
Help establish and maintain design standards for the studio
Stay up-to-date with industry trends, new technologies, and emerging design patterns

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience as a UI/UX Designer in the game industry
A strong portfolio with at least one shipped mobile and PC game title
Portfolio must be submitted to be considered
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma and prototyping tools
Experience with user research, A/B testing, feedback loops and data analysis
Strong knowledge of game development, game design principles and developing interactive interfaces in game engine
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Bachelor’s degree in user experience, graphic design or related field
User research, usability testing, and data analysis experience
Ability to be effective when research materials are not available
A generalist game design background would be great
Experience working on casual games would be great

Benefits

Comp & perks

10 days vacation leave
5 paid days personal leave
7 paid sick days
Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Dependent Life Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD)
Extended Healthcare Benefit
Dental Care
RRSP matching
Training & Development