Senior UX Designer

Walt Disney Studios
Glendale, United States of America
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Franchise
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 154K

Job location

Remote
Glendale, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Excel
Software Bug Management
Video Game Development
Design of User Interfaces
Website Wireframe
Computer Gaming
Figma
Unreal Engine

Job description

  • Work with the Lead UX Designer and other stakeholders to create a cohesive, player-first experience
  • Be a hands-on developer in the creation of content for several interactive games and experiences based on Disney's robust portfolio of characters and worlds including Disney/Pixar, 20th Century, Marvel and Star Wars
  • Create wireframes and iterate on UI and UX systems and features
  • Support bug fixes, implementation and UI layout creation using Unreal Engine and UEFN
  • Participate in playtests to observe the effectiveness of UI usability, and collaborate with your lead and other stakeholders to improve user experiences
  • Collaborate with other developers to design and build user interfaces that enhance the players gameplay experience
  • Write, update, and maintain detailed design documentation

Requirements

  • 5 years of game development experience, including at least one shipped game
  • Developed content using Unreal Engine and/or UEFN
  • Comfortable working in an iterative, feedback-driven team environment
  • Strong team collaboration skills, working with designers and engineers to ensure the best user experience
  • Have familiarity with developing products on various gaming platforms - Console/PC and Mobile
  • Excel at partnering and collaborating with key stakeholders, working through challenging problems and reaching consensus to achieve great things
  • Have a special appreciation of Disney's IP, including characters and lore, linear media and movie franchises, theme parks design, and overall aesthetics
  • Enjoy creative problem-solving and building something new and innovative
  • Have experience creating UI mockups and wireframes using Figma
  • Understand best practices to create smooth and engaging user experiences
  • Can communicate and understand what makes a clean, friendly, and engaging UI for games
  • Understand best standards and practices of user interface design within a variety of different game styles
  • Have expertise at working with 3D game engines and understanding the strengths and limitations in regards to user interface design (big plus if you are familiar setting up UI materials)
  • Able to communicate effectively with other teams and groups

Education:

  • A Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or equivalent combination of education and experience

Benefits & conditions

The hiring range for this remote position is $100,100 to $154,300 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About the company

Our Benefits: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits, Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web. About The Walt Disney Company: The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished. This position is with Disney DPEP Services Co., Inc. , which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences . Disney DPEP Services Co., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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