We Want You
A new world and a new journey await you. It is a world different from any other Blizzard has created. If you’re a passionate game developer, and, well, a good human being, then we’d love to talk to you. We have a new AAA survival game in the works, set in a new IP for PC/Console. It’s going to be amazing, and we’d love to bring you along for the ride. Together, we’ll build something big, bold, and beautiful.
As a Technical UI Designer, you will have proven experience working in a collaborative team environment, building fully functional UI in visual scripts for modern AAA titles. Working closely with UX Designers and UI Engineers, you will use your UX/UI and technical expertise to create complex in engine UI systems. Focused on outstanding gameplay experiences through clean, intuitive, and accessible UI. You will develop and own fundamental building blocks of the UI, complex UI implementation, pipelines, and standards. You will also work closely with engineers to develop and improve the engine and tool UI features.
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is Irvine, CA , Austin, TX, or Albany, NY.
We need your help with:
Cultivating and maintaining collaborative relationships with design, engineering, art, QA, and production
A deep understanding of UX/UI standard methodologies and a passion for video games
Designing, implementing, and iterating on complex UI systems and menus
Developing UI architecture using in engine data and scripting
Collaborating with other teams in the development of UI processes, tools, and workflows
Mentoring other designers to improve their scripting an implementation capabilities
Contributing to design discussions embracing Blizzard's core value of "Every voice matters," creating a safe space for collaboration, communication, and creativity across all teams and departments
You’re good at:
Minimum of 5+ years as a UI/UX designer on the production of a title or combination of applicable training and experience.
1+ years as a technical designer
Experience creating UI architecture and menus with game editing tools/script
Experience in pipeline development and process improvement
Understanding of UI workflows in multiple game editors
Ability to create design documents for UI systems and tools features.
Bonus points for:
Experience with AAA game engines such as Source, Unreal, Unity, or CryEngine
Experience developing shippable in engine UI for multiplayer games
Having a computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, or related degree
You’ll need to provide us with:
Your Portfolio – Only digital applications will be accepted such as a website, blog, or online album. Physical media will not be accepted.
A technical design test might be required
We believe our team is good. Really good. Granted, we’re obviously biased. But we also believe there are lots of developers out there who can make us even better. You could be one of those people. If you’re looking for a team where inclusion, thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration are all seen as critically important, we believe our team could be a phenomenal fit for you. Join us and help craft our future!
This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is Albany, NY or Irvine, CA.
We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to [email protected] General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.
Rewards
We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.
Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.
In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $92,920.00 - $171,814.00 Annual. This base pay range is for the U.S. and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.
