Offer summary

Qualifications:

At least 3 years of professional video game programming experience., 1 year of experience developing game UIs, especially collaboratively., Proficiency in C++ and understanding of video game user interface design., A B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or related field is a bonus..

Key responsabilities:

Write clear, maintainable, and well-documented code for UI features.

Collaborate with multiple teams including Programmers, Designers, Artists, and QA.

Debug, profile, and optimize UI features and systems.

Create and update documentation while communicating best practices for UI systems.

Crucible Recruitment is a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with a commitment to delivering outstanding service to both our Clients and Candidates - 100% of the time. We have a consultancy based ‘common sense’ approach, delivering honest and unbiased information allowing our candidates to make the important decisions that affect their career without the ‘hard sell’ that can often be associated with the recruitment industry. Pete Aunins and Colin Walsh - the two co-founders, each have almost twenty years’ experience in recruitment, and still work as hands-on recruiters today – this brings a level of knowledge and expertise to your search for an ideal candidate or for your dream job that is rarely available from other companies. Our goal is to do the best job for both our Candidates and Clients whilst making the recruitment process as smooth as possible every step of the way.

Job description

As a UI programmer you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks and taking responsibility for all of the game’s UI and UX needs.

Responsibilities

Write clear, maintainable, and well-documented code
Develop UI features by working collaboratively with multiple teams including Programmers, Designers, Artists and QA
Debug, profile, and optimize UI features and systems
Create and update documentation, and communicate best practices and technical constraints of the UI systems
Be a driving force in the continuous improvement of the development environment and practices
Work closely with the programming team to accomplish creative solutions to blockers

Requirements

An understanding and passion for video game user interface design
At least 3 years of professional video game programming experience
At least 1 year of professional experience developing game UIs, especially collaboratively
C++ proficiency
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
High degree of self-motivation and initiative-taking
Predilection and the ability to take on research and self-education

Bonuses

Have, or are pursuing, a B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent degree
Experience working with Unreal Engine 4/5
Experience creating UIs with UE4’s UMG system
Experience with console or PC game development
Experience developing AAA titles on multiple platforms

Job Category: Programming

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Canada Remote

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