Senior Mobile Game UI/UX Artist

Responsibilities

• Integrate 2D and 3D elements to maintain visual hierarchy and depth on mobile screens
• Define the overall artistic vision, layout, and visual polish of the game's user interface
• Build and maintain a component-driven UI Design System within Figma
• Develop modular and reusable UI assets tailored for mobile platform constraints
• Leverage generative AI tools to accelerate brainstorming and asset generation
• Collaborate with programmers and tech artists to ensure accurate in-engine implementation
• Create intuitive user flows, wireframes, and interactive prototypes

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional game art experience, with 5+ years in UI/UX
• Exceptional skills in composition, color theory, typography, and layout
• Deep understanding of mobile UI design principles and platform guidelines
• Proven track record of shipping at least 2 mobile titles
• Expert knowledge of Figma (auto-layout, components, variables)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Experience with F2P meta systems like Battle Passes and progression tracks

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Unity UI, UIElements, or UI Toolkit
• Ability to create or manipulate 3D elements using Blender or 3ds Max

Benefits

• Remote-first culture with flexible scheduling
• Generous paid time off and paid birthdays off
• UAE visa sponsorship for eligible candidates
• Growth opportunities and access to learning resources

About the Company

YallaPlay Games is a rapidly growing startup building exciting mobile games that connect people through play. Founded in Austin, Texas, and expanded to Brazil and the UAE, they focus on reinventing card games with fresh mechanics and social features.