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Headquartered in Burnaby, we are assembling a world-class team of visionaries, builders, and passionate gamers who thrive on creative collaboration, technical excellence, and bold ideas. At Small Axe Studios, we believe big things start with sharp focus-and we’re crafting an exceptional, player-first experience from the ground up. If you’re ready to tackle unique challenges, leave your mark on a brand-new IP, and help shape the future of interactive sports entertainment, we want you on our team!\nWhat We Need\nDo you see UI as more than menus and icons-as a core part of a game’s identity and experience\nDo you see UI as more than menus and icons - as the connective tissue between player intent and player experience? \nWhat You’ll Do\nDesign\nOwn and maintain the atomic design system based in Figma. \nDesign and refine player flows, wireframes, interaction patterns, and information hierarchies that improve clarity, usability, and comprehension.\nTranslate complex player needs and gameplay systems into intuitive, elegant UX solutions.\nIterate on designs and solutions that enhance usability, clarity, and emotional impact.\nGuide adaptation of core gameplay, controls, and menu experiences across multiple platforms and input methods, ensuring parity and quality across all environments.\nVisual & Art\nHelp define the game's UI visual style in partnership with the Art Director and Design team.\nTranslate wireframes and UX systems into refined, visually cohesive interfaces.\nBuild final assets, iconography, motion graphics, and mockups that balance form and function.\nCollaboration\nCollaborate across Design, Art, and Engineering disciplines to bring ideas from concept to shippable feature.\nProvide feedback in reviews and help maintain visual and UX consistency across the product.\nStay current on trends in games, apps, and visual design to bring fresh thinking to the team.\nWhat Will Make You A Great Fit\nExperience shipping at least one AAA game or equivalent project.\nStrong portfolio showing a range of UI Art work and or UX Design work.\nSkilled in Figma using components for Atomic Design structures.\nSkilled in Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects (or equivalent) for UI asset creation and motion design.\nComfortable working across teams - Design, Art, Engineering -to bring ideas to life.\nStrong communicator who gives and receives feedback with clarity and respect.\nDeep curiosity about games and a thoughtful approach to how UI supports the player experience.\nBeneficial Qualifications\nBackground in graphic design, layout, and gestalt principles.\nFamiliarity with implementing UI in Unreal Engine (UMG), including Blueprints, animations, and materials.\nExperience with UI shaders/materials and 2D FX for game engines.\nThe pay range for this position in British Columbia at the start of employment is expected to be between CAD $78,400 and CAD $116,020 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.\nAs an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform their essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. 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