UX Lead

Summary

Join PeopleFun, an award-winning mobile game creator, as their Lead UX Designer for Wordscapes! In this leadership role, you will own the UX vision and execution, collaborating with various teams to deliver a best-in-class user experience. You will define UX direction, mentor junior team members, and influence key decisions shaping Wordscapes' future. The position requires extensive experience in mobile game UX design and strong collaboration skills. PeopleFun offers a competitive compensation package including benefits like medical/dental/vision insurance, performance bonuses, 401k matching, flexible PTO, and more. Candidates must reside or be willing to reside in specific states.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on UX design experience in mobile games or interactive media, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead capacity
• Deep understanding of player behavior, usability heuristics, and UX design best practices for mobile platforms
• Proficient in UX tools such as Figma, Sketch, InVision, or Adobe XD
• Strong wireframing, prototyping, and interaction design skills across a variety of feature types (FTUE, live ops, monetization, etc.)
• Experience collaborating in Unity-based pipelines; familiarity with Unity UI system is a plus
• Able to communicate design rationale effectively across disciplines, from engineers to product managers to artists
• Passionate about creating user-centered experiences that are both intuitive and visually engaging
• Ability to balance game goals, user needs, and technical constraints
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• Skilled in organizing and conducting usability testing, player research, and data-informed iteration
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities in a live ops environment
• Solid understanding of visual design principles and UI conventions for mobile games
• Organized, proactive, and able to self-manage deadlines and deliverables
• Passion for casual mobile games and a strong understanding of the competitive landscape
• Enthusiastic team player with a creative mindset and a love for problem-solving. Willing to get your hands dirty, no job is too big or too small

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the end-to-end UX design process for Wordscapes, from ideation through implementation
• Collaborate with Game Design and Product to define user flows, features, and systems that enhance usability and player satisfaction
• Create wireframes, user flows, interactive prototypes, and documentation that clearly communicate UX intentions
• Work closely with Art and UI Designers to ensure a seamless and polished visual presentation that aligns with the overall game aesthetic
• Partner with Product, User Research, and Analyst teams to analyze user data and playtest feedback to identify friction points and opportunities for improvement
• Establish and maintain UX best practices and guidelines tailored to casual mobile players
• Champion a player-centric culture across the Wordscapes team, integrating UX research, accessibility, and usability principles
• Run UX reviews and usability tests; synthesize findings into actionable recommendations
• Mentor and provide design direction to junior UX/UI team members
• Partner with Production and stakeholders to scope, prioritize, and schedule UX-related tasks effectively
• Maintain consistent UX documentation and present design rationale clearly to cross-functional partners
• Collaborate on feature pitch decks and strategic planning materials as needed
• Stay informed of mobile game trends, platform standards, and emerging UX tools and methodologies
• Ensure the overall UX quality meets the bar for a best-in-class mobile gaming experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the casual puzzle and/or word game vertical
• Experience leading UX initiatives for F2P casual mobile games at scale
• Experience with advertising monetized mobile games

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Performance Bonuses
• 401K Match Policy
• Flexible PTO Policy
• Wellness Stipend
• Free Lunch each Friday
• Generous Parental Leave & Family-Friendly Culture
• Annual Credits for Professional Development & In-App Purchases