Senior UI Programmer

Posted: about 20 hours

Programming

Full-Time

Senior

Europe

Join CI Games and be part of shaping the future of gaming. As we embark on an ambitious strategic roadmap with major releases planned for 2025-2028, we're seeking a talented and dedicated Senior UI Programmer to help us create ground-breaking experiences that captivate players worldwide.

A career at CI Games is about being part of a team working on some of the most creatively rewarding and ambitious projects to be found in any entertainment medium. You would be welcomed to a dedicated and inclusive environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Ready for a new challenge? With this role at HEXWORKS, you will:

Work on the epic RPG Lords of the Fallen license and other exciting future projects
Develop and maintain code:
- Write and maintain clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
- Work closely with art and design leads to ensure that UI meets aesthetic and functional requirements.
- Architect, plan, and implement new UI and gameplay systems.
- Work on character customization systems like the character creator.
- Optimize game performance and ensure smooth integration of Unreal Engine features.
Debug and resolve issues:
- Identify and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks.
- Team up with QA and other teams to ensure a high level of game quality.
Join up on UI/UX Design:
- Work closely with the UI/UX Design team to understand and implement UI features.
- Translate design concepts into efficient and high-quality code.
Collaborate across functions:
- Team up with artists, designers, and other developers to integrate gameplay elements seamlessly into the overall game vision.
- Participate in cross-disciplinary discussions to align development efforts.
Follow innovation and industry trends:
- Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in game development.
- Contribute ideas toward all aspects of the game’s production and development experiences.

Let's be honest!

On occasions, this role may be challenging.

The gaming industry is extremely fast-paced – sometimes the deadlines are tight.
You’ll need to be aware of the schedule and respect delivery time.
Your role will be fully remote which may be sometimes challenging.

Key Requirements:

5+ years experience in UI Programming within the games industry
Proven track record of developing gameplay systems for AA+ titles
Extensive experience with C++ programming
Experience developing UI features for games across multiple platforms
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on code efficiency and optimization
Excellent communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical team members
Ability to adapt to evolving project requirements and priorities
Genuine passion for gaming and dedication to delivering exceptional player experiences
Unreal Engine development experience preferred
Experience working with Unreal Mutable Customization plugin is a plus
Experience working on action RPGs or similar genres is a plus

What we offer:

Attractive remuneration and annual discretionary bonus.
Generous benefits supporting your wellbeing.
Opportunities for professional development within a supportive and collaborative team.
Remote work with flexible schedules (core working hours 10am-4pm CET), allowing you to work alongside talented individuals from around the world.
An opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and stay at the forefront of the gaming industry.
A diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or social status.
Company events and wrap-up parties, access to all games released by CI Games and company merchandise.
A chance to be part of something ground-breaking as we shape the future of gaming.

Recruitment Process:

Once our Talent Acquisition team receives your application, together with the hiring team, we will review your CV, portfolio and the answers you provided in the application form and if all the boxes are ticked, we're moving to the next stage.
Initial call with Talent Acquisition Specialist - During this call you'll learn about the company and we learn about you. We'll talk about your experience & expectations with working in a fully remote environment and we'll talk about your expertise. We'll finish this call with some admin questions. There will be an opportunity for you to ask any questions as well.
After the initial call, usually 1 or 2 interviews with the hiring team follows. These interviews will be a bit more technical and will go deeper into your experience, skills & knowledge. As you would have signed an NDA by now, you'll also learn a bit more about the project you would work on. During these interviews we'll also focus on finding out whether you're a good fit for our company culture and that we share the same values.
We may or may not ask you to do the test - this is decided on an individual basis and you will receive instructions with the test.
If everything goes well, the last step in the recruitment process is the offer presentation call with the Talent Acquisition Specialist and your future line manager to discuss the offer and next steps to get you successfully on board.

We are an equal opportunities employer, hiring and developing our best talent based on merit. Accessibility is at the heart of our games, and we are committed to not discriminating against people based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or social status. Should you require adjustments or flexible arrangements to interview, or take up a role with us, please let us know in your application and we will accommodate to the best of our ability.

About CI Games

At our studios we have been creating globally recognised games for 20 years with our most popular franchise selling over 14 million copies!
We share a passion for creating exceptional games with the best global talent available. Our roles are completely remote, which means you can work from anywhere in the World.
We currently have a number of exciting projects in the pipeline in Unreal Engine 5, with true ownership of their creative direction. We are excited about pushing the boundaries of creativity with passion, drive and teamwork.
We are looking for self-starter individuals who can hit the ground running in a fast paced multi-disciplined environment. If that sounds like you, take a look at our open roles or sign up to receive notifications via our Career Page.

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