UI Engineer

The UI Engineer role is a key position within our centralized internal team. You will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of user interface systems for our action-adventure games. This role demands a balance of creativity and technical expertise, a strong understanding of UI/UX principles, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. 

As a UI Engineer, you will...  

• Collaborate closely with designers and artists to implement engaging and intuitive UI components and systems. 
• Write robust, maintainable code for our game's UI elements. 
• Author documentation explaining the usage of created UI systems. 
• Leverage your knowledge of UI/UX principles to enhance player experiences. 
• Debug and optimize UI components to ensure performance on PC and console platforms. 
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers. 
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UI trends and techniques in the gaming industry. 

In order to be considered for this role, you must have... 

• Experience as a UI engineer in the gaming industry who has contributed to the majority of a development cycle for a high-quality title. 
• Proficiency with C++ within Unreal Engine, specifically with hands-on implementing layouts for games. 
• Understanding and effective application of UI/UX and MVVM principles in game development, with experience in both front and back end of UI. 
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that may arise during the development process. 
• Excellent communication skills, capable of collaborating efficiently within a team environment and engaging with multiple teams for a player-facing role. 
• Exhibits humility and the ability to receive feedback and criticism in the spirit of continuous improvement. 
• Demonstrates a growth-oriented mindset, showcasing eagerness to learn and adaptability to new technologies and processes. 

Preference will be given to candidates who...  

• Experience with console development. 
• Experience using UI middleware. 
• Experience with XAML. 

And it will be a bonus if you also have…   

• Familiarity with agile development methodologies. 
• Proficiency in UI design software, such as Adobe XD, Sketch, or Figma.