UX/Game Developer

Salary: $150000 - 172000 per year Requirements: We require a bachelors degree with 8+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. We require U.S. citizenship for this role; no security clearance is needed. We are looking for demonstrated experience designing AAA-level UX/UI systems aligned with major commercial video game standards. We need hands-on proficiency with design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch. We require experience prototyping and building UX/UI in game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity. We expect the ability to translate academic or operational content into gamified learning systems and intuitive interfaces. We require experience creating instructional game loops, progression structures, and feedback-driven learning mechanics. We seek a bachelors degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Game Design, Graphic Design, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. Preferred: recent experience within the past five years as a Lead or Senior Game Designer or UX professional on a shipped AAA commercial title. Preferred: experience with live service or Games-as-a-Service models and long-term engagement systems. Preferred: understanding of player psychology, behavioral design, and motivational systems that improve engagement and reduce fatigue. Preferred: experience applying gamification methods in education, training, or simulation environments. Preferred: familiarity with defense, military training systems, or large-scale instructional platforms. Preferred: a strong portfolio showcasing shipped products, interactive prototypes, or game-based UX solutions. Responsibilities: We design and deliver high-fidelity UX/UI experiences and game-based interfaces that turn complex academic and operational content into engaging digital environments. We apply AAA game design principles to defense and training systems so learning objectives are embedded in gameplay, interface design, and progression mechanics. We create intuitive, immersive interfaces using modern design tools and real-time engines such as Unreal Engine and Unity. We convert academic curricula and operational doctrine into compelling instructional game loops, feedback systems, and progression paths. We design gamified learning experiences that translate non-game content into clear dashboards and efficient user workflows. We collaborate with instructional designers, developers, and government stakeholders to align gameplay systems with training and educational outcomes. We advise on player engagement strategies, usability enhancements, and long-term usability across multi-year deployments. Technologies: Doctrine Embedded Figma Security Sketch Unity Unreal UX UI Design GameDev NodeJS More: We are GovCIO, and we are hiring a UX/Video Game Developer to design AAA-quality user experiences and game-based interfaces that transform complex academic and operational content into immersive training environments. This onsite role is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The salary range for this position is USD $122,000 to $140,000 per year. last updated 28 week of 2026