Senior UX Designer - Star Citizen

🚀 Join the Pioneers at Turbulent! 🚀

At Turbulent, we push the boundaries of online games to create vast, immersive universes that redefine massively multiplayer experiences.

We believe that groundbreaking games arise from the fusion of cutting-edge technology, artistic vision, and extraordinary talent. We cultivate our Montreal team of game pioneers, fostering an environment where they can bring their big ideas to life. Together, we forge living, breathing worlds that unleash epic adventures into the far reaches of the stars.

What sets us apart? We're building this universe hand-in-hand with a massive community of engaged, passionate sci-fi and space simulation enthusiasts. Their input and excitement fuel our creativity every day.

Are you ready to leave your mark on the gaming industry and work on projects that push boundaries?

What will you do?

• Analyze stakeholder requirements and gather appropriate references and knowledge to help drive engagement with our gameplay loops.
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in UX, tools, and related visuals, and share relevant insights with the team to support them in creating cutting-edge UX and UI.
• Design and iterate on the UI for new and existing features in Star Citizen, working closely with the UX Director, team lead, and other development teams.
• Develop high-quality UX concepts, using documentation methods such as wireframes or prototypes, to clearly define the UX vision and flow for various game screens.
• Present UX work to stakeholders, communicate recommendations, and iterate as needed.
• Work closely with UI artists and designers, providing feedback and ensuring that their implementation aligns with the UX design, adjusting designs when required.
• Leverage advanced data analysis skills to measure UI usage.
• Actively contribute to feature development, ensuring delivery on time and at a high quality. Verify the feasibility of plans and communicate with other CIG members to resolve potential blockers.
• Promote and advocate the value of UX design within the wider team.
• Help mentor and support other UX designers and team members in their professional growth, including reviewing and delegating work where appropriate.

What do we expect from our Senior UX Designer ?

• Over three years of experience in designing and implementing user interfaces for games, mobile applications, or web applications.
• Ability to apply advanced expertise in User Experience (UX) design to solve complex problems.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Good understanding of UI and UX best practices.
• Proactive, hands-on approach, with the drive to ensure the UI supports both the game’s and the players’ goals.
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills.
• Experience on a shipped AAA sci-fi game.
• Proficiency in Figma and Adobe XD.

About Turbulent, a Cloud Imperium Company

CIG Turbulent is at the cutting edge of game development, creating game features, environments, characters, and technology for the Star Citizen universe. Located in Montreal, our talented team is dedicated to crafting immersive and innovative experiences that captivate players around the globe.

Since its inception in 2002, Turbulent has been a leader in developing innovative technological platforms across diverse sectors, including entertainment, media, and education. In 2012, we began our collaboration with Cloud Imperium Games (CIG) to develop the web platform for Star Citizen. This partnership evolved, and in 2020, we founded a game development studio that powers the North American development teams of Star Citizen. Our full-fledged studio reaches across online technology, art, environments, UI, and character creation. On July 13, 2023, after more than a decade of successful collaboration, we proudly announced our merger with Cloud Imperium Games.

Cloud Imperium Games is renowned for creating cutting-edge video games that push the boundaries of what is possible. Our flagship projects include Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space simulation, and Squadron 42, an epic single-player adventure set in the same expansive universe.

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Turbulent is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.