Full-Time

UX/UI Design Lead

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PlayStation Global

PlayStation Global

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops gaming consoles and software services

Compensation Overview

$172k - $258k/yr

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

Seattle, WA, USA

Candidates must be based in the United States, with specific pay ranges mentioned for Seattle.

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
UI/UX Design
Figma
Sketch
Information Architecture
Data Analysis
Connection
Connection
Connection
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Requirements
  • Experience leading or directly supporting leadership in an ongoing live service game
  • Expert ability to create functional prototypes and accompanying technical documentation
  • Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar
  • Strong understanding of design and user-center principles
  • Embrace a 'we' culture in addition to being an outstanding collaborator and communicator
Responsibilities
  • Uphold the vision of the game by understanding its product needs and player needs through working directly with the Game Director.
  • Develop a UI that supports the gameplay, social, and economy systems, through collaboration with Design Leads
  • Collaborate with the Art Director to capture the look and feel of the user interface
  • Deliver functional wireframe specs, user flow diagrams, information architecture, interactive prototypes and more to drive alignment on UX/UI vision to cross-functional teammates.
  • Build development roadmaps that include usability validation at scale by partnering with analytics and user research
  • Ensure consistency and adherence to UX/UI best practices through documentation and design pillars
  • Build a UX/UI team, including hiring, exdev management, developing milestones, and guiding teams
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with building across a variety of platforms (PC, Console, Mobile)
  • Experience with global gaming markets and the competitive gaming/esports landscape
  • Experience with multiplayer genres
  • Familiarity with development using Unreal Engine

PlayStation Global develops and offers a range of entertainment products and services centered around gaming. Their main offerings include gaming consoles, such as the PlayStation, along with a variety of games and online services that enhance the gaming experience. The PlayStation consoles work by allowing users to play games, access online multiplayer features, and download content through a network service. What sets PlayStation apart from its competitors is its long history in the gaming industry, starting from the original PlayStation launch in 1994, and its commitment to creating immersive gaming experiences through high-quality hardware and a diverse library of award-winning games. The goal of PlayStation Global is to provide thrilling entertainment experiences that connect players around the world.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Japan

Founded

1994

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What believers are saying

  • Acquisition of Haven Studios strengthens PlayStation's exclusive game offerings.
  • Cross-platform play and cross-save features drive user engagement and retention.
  • Expansion of PlayStation Plus offerings attracts more subscribers.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from cloud gaming services like Google Stadia and Amazon Luna.
  • Ongoing semiconductor shortage affects production and availability of PlayStation consoles.
  • Cybersecurity threats could lead to data breaches and loss of user trust.

What makes PlayStation Global unique

  • PlayStation Network offers a wide range of exclusive games and content.
  • Strong integration with social features enhances community building and user interaction.
  • PSVR expansion leverages the growing popularity of virtual reality gaming.

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Benefits

Health and wellness: Medical (PPO, HDHP, and HMO), dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, student loan repayment assistance, education reimbursement program, wellness reimbursement, identity theft protection, basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, business travel accident insurance, 4.5% 401(k) match, commuter program, additional voluntary programs (group legal, pet insurance, auto and home insruance), onsite flu shots and biometric screenings

Family and time off: 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, paid parental leave, adoption assistance program, 529 college savings plan match, back-up child care, parental and elder care coaching

Perks: Sony product discounts, passport perks program, monthly $10 Playstation Network voucher, employee referral bonus, game launch events

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