UX Lead, Wordscapes - Remote

Overview

PeopleFun is an award-winning creator of mobile games for players across the globe. We are part of AppLovin, a publicly traded company, with world-class projects, resources, and infrastructure. PeopleFun is a Dallas-based game studio founded and led by game industry veterans, where game developers thrive on collaboration, creativity, teamwork, and fun. Our games are played by over 25 million players each month, and we have a number of exciting mobile games in development to fuel the future growth of PeopleFun.

In Short

• Lead UX Designer for Wordscapes, a flagship mobile game.
• Own the UX vision and execution to enhance player experience.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Production, and Engineering.
• Create wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes.
• Analyze user data and feedback to improve usability.
• Establish best practices for UX tailored to mobile players.
• Conduct usability tests and synthesize findings into recommendations.
• Mentor junior UX/UI team members.
• Stay informed on mobile game trends and UX methodologies.
• Ensure high-quality UX for a best-in-class gaming experience.

Requirements

• 5+ years of UX design experience in mobile games or interactive media.
• Deep understanding of player behavior and usability heuristics.
• Proficient in UX tools such as Figma, Sketch, InVision, or Adobe XD.
• Strong skills in wireframing, prototyping, and interaction design.
• Experience with Unity-based pipelines is a plus.
• Able to communicate design rationale across disciplines.
• Passionate about user-centered experiences.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in conducting usability testing and player research.
• Organized and proactive in managing deadlines.

Benefits

• Work in a collaborative and creative environment.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a popular mobile game.
• Mentorship opportunities within the design team.
• Access to industry-leading resources and infrastructure.
• Engage with a community of over 25 million players.