UI Designer

Kluge Interactive is an immersive game studio known for Synth Riders and Final Fury. They are hiring a UI Designer to create intuitive, engaging user interfaces for these games across multiple platforms, including VR, AR, and Nintendo Switch. The role involves collaborating with designers, developers, and artists, focusing on consistent, high-quality UI elements for live ops updates and new features in a fast-paced, remote environment.

Must Have

• 3-5 years of professional UI design experience in games
• Experience shipping design interfaces for games
• Proficiency in design tools like Figma
• Familiarity with game engines (e.g., Unity)
• Strong understanding of UI principles for multi-platform experiences
• Ability to adapt UI for multiple platforms, addressing input methods, performance budgets, and accessibility needs
• Design and iterate on UI elements, ensuring consistency, usability, and alignment with game mechanics
• Collaborate with Lead UX/UI Designer, developers, and artists to implement interfaces
• Conduct playtests and use feedback to refine designs
• Document designs (wireframes, flows, specs)
• Support live ops updates and new features

Good to Have

• Experience with VR/AR or rhythm/action games UI
• Knowledge of accessibility best practices for UI
• Knowledge of performance optimization for UI
• Background in prototyping UI elements
• Experience iterating based on playtesting feedback
• Familiarity with agile workflows and tools like Jira or Asana
• Experience designing interactive prototypes
• Experience with Motion design tools (e.g., After Effects)

Perks & Benefits

• Full-time role with competitive compensation based on experience
• Fully remote with flexible hours and strong autonomy
• A creative, supportive environment with a diverse, highly experienced team
• Clear growth path to take on more leadership as the UI/UX team expands

About Kluge

Kluge Interactive is an immersive game studio building the future of human connection through enhanced, interactive experiences. We are best known for Synth Riders, one of the most popular rhythm games in VR, and we are now expanding the franchise across VR, AR, and Nintendo Switch, with ambitions for even more platforms and devices. We also develop action-packed titles like Final Fury, an arcade fighting game reimagined for VR.

The Role

We’re hiring a UI Designer to support the teams on Synth Riders and Final Fury. You’ll collaborate with designers, developers, and artists to create intuitive, engaging user interfaces that enhance gameplay and user experience across multiple platforms.

This role reports to our Lead UX/UI Designer and focuses on implementing consistent, high-quality UI elements while adapting to project needs. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, contributing to both live ops updates and new features.

Minimum Requirements

• 3-5 years of professional UI design experience in games.
• Experience shipping design interfaces for games, with a portfolio demonstrating intuitive UI flows and visual consistency.
• Proficiency in design tools like Figma, and familiarity with game engines (e.g., Unity) for implementation.
• Strong understanding of UI principles for multi-platform experiences, including VR/AR constraints and mobile/console adaptations.
• Excellent communication skills; thrives in cross-disciplinary, remote collaboration.

Desired Requirements

• Experience with VR/AR or rhythm/action games (e.g., UI for dynamic interfaces or progression systems).
• Knowledge of accessibility best practices and performance optimization for UI (e.g., low-latency inputs, comfort in VR).
• Background in prototyping UI elements and iterating based on playtesting feedback.
• Familiarity with agile workflows and tools like Jira or Asana for task management.
• Experience designing interactive prototypes
• Experience in with Motion design tools (e.g. after-effects) to create motion Mockups

Responsibilities

• Design and iterate on UI elements for Synth Riders and Final Fury, ensuring consistency, usability, and alignment with game mechanics.
• Collaborate with the Lead UX/UI Designer, developers, and artists to implement interfaces that support retention, progression, and onboarding.
• Adapt UI for multiple platforms, addressing input methods, performance budgets, and accessibility needs.
• Conduct playtests and use feedback to refine designs, focusing on "feel" and engagement.
• Document designs (e.g., wireframes, flows, specs) to facilitate team handoff and iteration.
• Support live ops updates and new features, contributing to a smooth user experience.

Benefits

• Full-time role with competitive compensation based on experience.
• Fully remote with flexible hours and strong autonomy.
• A creative, supportive environment with a diverse, highly experienced team.
• Clear growth path to take on more leadership as the UI/UX team expands.