UX/UI Lead Designer (World of Tanks: HEAT)

<h3><strong><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://wargaming.com/media/ckeditor_uploads/2025/08/26/Banner-SM-648%20x%20211-Version300ppi.png" alt="" width="648"></strong></h3> <h3><strong>Job Overview</strong></h3> <div class="scriptor-paragraph"><span lang="en-US">We are looking for a UX/UI Design Team Lead to own a key product area and grow a team of designers. This role combines leadership, product thinking, and hands-on design.</span></div> <h3><strong>Reports to</strong></h3> <p>Design Manager</p> <h3><strong>What will you do?</strong></h3> <ul class=""> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c0">Own UX/UI Design of the game</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c0">Lead and develop a team of UX/UI designers (goals, feedback, growth, hiring)</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c0">Define and improve design processes and standards</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c0">Work closely with Creative Direction, Game Design and Development</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c0">Ensure design quality and implementation consistency</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c0">Use research and data to make informed design decisions</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c0">Design complicated features hands-on when needed (concept → delivery)</li> </ul> <h3><strong>What are we looking for?</strong></h3> <div class="scriptor-paragraph"><span lang="en-US">Experience</span></div> <ul class=""> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c1">5+ years in UX/UI design with a strong portfolio, games industry experience is required</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c1">Proven experience leading designers, 2+ years of managing designers as direct reports (required)&nbsp;</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c1">Experience working in cross-functional product teams</li> </ul> <div class="scriptor-paragraph">&nbsp;</div> <div class="scriptor-paragraph"><span lang="en-US">Product &amp; thinking</span></div> <ul class=""> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c2">Understanding of players' behavior (motivation, emotions, decision-making)</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c2">Ability to translate insights into practical design solutions</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c2">Focus on product and business goals</li> </ul> <div class="scriptor-paragraph">&nbsp;</div> <div class="scriptor-paragraph"><span lang="en-US">Craft &amp; execution</span></div> <ul class=""> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c3">Strong UX/UI fundamentals and system thinking</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c3">Attention to detail and edge cases, healthy perfectionism</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c3">Ability to go hands-on to support the team</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c3">Experience working with UX research and applying the results to design</li> </ul> <div class="scriptor-paragraph">&nbsp;</div> <div class="scriptor-paragraph"><span lang="en-US">Collaboration</span></div> <ul class=""> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c4">Experience in multidisciplinary teams (design as part of the team, not a service)</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c4">Very strong communication skills</li> <li class="scriptor-listItemlist!list-55f8a866-7383-420d-9510-e9f2a0abb81c4">Professional English (C1), experience working in international teams</li> </ul> <p><iframe style="width: 506px; height: 284px;" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7VXeTK3-lMA?si=bgIpvTzrSsy_dAKq" width="506" height="284"></iframe></p> <h3><strong>Work mode</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Onsite</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Benefits</strong></h3> <p>Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Nicosia include:</p> <ul> <li>21 days annual leave (additional days based on years of service: up to 25 days)&nbsp;</li> <li>Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)&nbsp;</li> <li>Sick Leave (10 days top-up to statutory allowance per year)</li> <li>Maternity Leave (18 weeks top-up to statutory allowance per case)</li> <li>Career development and education opportunities within the company</li> <li>English Language courses fully covered by the company upon Manager’s approval</li> <li>Premium Private Health Care</li> <li>Mental well-being program (iFeel)</li> <li>Onsite gym and spa</li> <li>Free parking close to the Nicosia offices, based on availability</li> <li>Free drinks-equipped kitchen in every floor building</li> <li>Eurobank benefits (if applicable)</li> <li>Employee discounts (e.g. restaurants, bars, etc.)</li> <li>Personal Gaming Account&nbsp;</li> <li>Onsite canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks</li> <li>Company events, Social Clubs</li> <li>Seniority Awards&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Referral program - You can recommend the best talents to the company and receive a reward&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h5>Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.</h5><div class="content-conclusion"><h3>About Wargaming&nbsp;</h3> <p>Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.</p> <p>Please see <a href="http://legal.eu.wargaming.net/en/candidate-privacy-policy/">Wargaming Candidate Privacy Policy</a> for details on how Wargaming uses your personal data.</p></div>