PLEASE NOTE THAT WHILE THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY FULLY REMOTE, WE ARE PLANNING TO EVENTUALLY MOVE TO A HYBRID MODEL AS WE CONTINUE TO GROW OUR TEAM IN BRIGHTON. THE EXPECTATIONS WOULD BE 3 DAYS ONSITE EACH WEEK, WITH THE OPTION FOR REMOTE WORK ON THE REMAINING DAYS.

Part of the Rocket Science Group, Atomic Theory comprises a multinational team of seasoned AAA veterans with roots extending from Blizzard, PUBG, Epic, and Unity. We have a track record of delivering player-centric, AAA-quality experiences, and we’re unwavering in our commitment to performance, accessibility, and the meticulous attention to the engineering tools and frameworks that underpin exceptional gameplay.
But Atomic Theory is more than just a studio; for us, it’s a place where our diverse experiences intersect to solve the toughest challenges in modern game development. With offices in Albany, NY; Austin, TX; and Cardiff, UK, we thrive at the opportunity to slay on a global scale.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced UI/UX Design Manager to join our team in the UK. In this role, you will lead a talented group of UX designers and UI artists responsible for crafting intuitive, engaging, and visually compelling user experiences across our projects. You will champion player-first design thinking, guide the creation of high-quality UI art assets, collaborate closely with engineering and production teams, and ensure the highest standards of usability, accessibility, visual cohesion, and artistic execution.
In addition to shaping our design and art strategy, you will mentor and develop your team, fostering an environment of creativity, innovation, and professional growth. Your leadership will help us deliver elegant, accessible, and high-performing UI/UX solutions that elevate our games and delight players worldwide.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Promote Transparency: Communicate design and art direction, rationale, and priorities clearly, keeping stakeholders informed on progress, decisions, and challenges.
• People Management: Lead, inspire, and empower a multidisciplinary team of UX designers and UI artists, providing regular feedback, growth opportunities, and clear career progression.
• Art & Design Integration: Ensure that UX flows and UI visuals work in harmony—guiding the production of UI art assets from concept to in-game implementation, while maintaining stylistic consistency and technical quality.
• Force Multiplication: Collaborate across disciplines to ensure design and art needs are met, balancing creative aspirations with technical feasibility and production realities.
• Hands-On Contribution: When needed, produce high-quality UX deliverables (wireframes, prototypes) and UI art assets (mockups, iconography, HUD elements, and final in-game visuals), setting the standard for the team.
• Lead Client Engagements: Serve as the primary design and art lead for client projects—fostering trust, translating their vision into actionable plans, and ensuring projects reach successful outcomes through clear communication and thoughtful guidance.