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Atomhawk is a globally recognized creative partner to the games industry, delivering award-winning visual and technical design for top studios around the world. For over 15 years, we’ve collaborated with brands like Warner Bros, Sony, Microsoft, EA, Blizzard, and The Pokémon Company — crafting everything from the brutal realism of Mortal Kombat to the historical artistry of Age of Empires.
Our team combines expertise across concept art, UI/UX design, motion graphics, technical art, and engineering, supporting clients at every stage of the game development process. Collaboration and continuous learning are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in empowering each artist to bring their authentic self and unique creativity to their work.
Atomhawk is part of Sumo Digital Ltd, one of the UK’s leading game development companies.
The Role
We’re looking for a talented UI/UX Artist with experience in Unreal Engine’s UMG system to join our growing UI/UX & Graphic Design team. You’ll design intuitive and visually engaging interfaces for AAA titles, collaborating with industry-leading studios on both ongoing and project-based partnerships.
What You’ll Do
- Design and implement user interfaces across multiple platforms, balancing visual style with usability.
- Develop wireframes, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups to communicate design intent.
- Work closely with artists, designers, and engineers to integrate UI within game engines.
- Create high-quality UI assets including icons, menus, and HUD elements.
- Refine designs through playtesting, team feedback, and UX best practices.
- Ensure visual and functional consistency across all UI screens.
- Stay current with UI/UX trends in gaming to push creative and technical boundaries.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong portfolio showcasing UI/UX work in game development
- Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine UMG (menus, HUDs, and other UI systems)
- Skilled in Figma, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator
- Understanding of usability principles, player-centered design, and UX research
- Great communicator who thrives in cross-functional collaboration
- Bonus: Experience in motion design (After Effects) or basic 3D tools
Why Join Atomhawk?
Atomhawk and Sumo Digital offer flexible benefits and a supportive culture focused on creativity, wellbeing, and professional development:
- Flexible & Hybrid Work: Remote from anywhere in the UK, or hybrid from our Newcastle studio
- Time Off: 21 flexible holidays (rising to 25), plus bank holidays, your birthday, and Christmas shutdown
- Wellbeing: Private healthcare (BUPA), dental cover, income protection, critical illness cover, and more
- Growth: 8 learning days per year, structured career development, and regular performance reviews
- Extras: Employee benefits hub, tech and cycle loans, game jam days, family-friendly events, and studio socials
Inclusion & Belonging
We’re committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at every level. Every applicant is valued and considered equally — regardless of background, gender, age, religion, or identity. Through Sumo Digital’s PRISM initiative, we continue to build a workplace where everyone feels safe, supported, and represented.
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