Lost Boys Interactive is looking for a Senior UI/UX programming pro to join
our amazing studio!
Lost Boys Interactive is a member of the Gearbox Software and Embracer Group
family. We are a rapidly growing AAA game studio based in Madison Wisconsin,
with full remote work available from any state in the US. We provide top-tier
development for our partners as well as working on our own AAA game projects.
We have world-class projects, resources, and infrastructure, but our company's
success comes from the talented and passionate people who work together each
day to produce great games together.
Job Overview:
A UI/UX Engineer will be responsible for the implementation of UI features
with the supervision of a lead engineer. The engineer will assist in task
estimation and implementation of the tasks comprising the feature. The
engineer will be communicating with designers, artists, producers, and other
engineers in this role.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Develops gameplay features by designing, planning and implementing
software solutions.
Determines the viability of a feature by researching implementation
strategies pertaining to the engine or platform (UE4/5, custom engine,
etc.).
Communicates clearly and effectively across the departments that comprise
the team (engineering, production, design, and art)
Identifies and estimates specific tasks to achieve project goals
Performs tasks as prioritized/assigned by their lead in the estimated
time.
Assists documenting and demonstrates solutions by developing
documentation, flowcharts, diagrams, code comments and clear code.
Tests written features to ensure product stability
Participates in code reviews by peers or leads to ensure knowledge sharing
and consistent coding standards.
Protects Lost Boys Interactive by keeping information confidential.
Installs and configures a working environment following documented
procedures where applicable.
A Passion for developing user interfaces and supporting systems to convey
gameplay information in the most effective manner possible to the player
3-5 years previous work experience in a game programming role
Proficiency in C++ and object-oriented programming
Knowledge of professional software engineering and best practices for the
full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code
reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and
operations.
Experience with game engines such as Unreal Engine 4
Experience with multi-threaded programming
High interest in and motivation to learn new technologies, languages,
engines, algorithms or platform technologies
Ability to confer with peers and seniors to share and learn knowledge
pertaining to architecture, technical implementation, and best practices
Ability to communicate well and work across departments in a professional
manner
Lost Boys Interactive LLC is an equal opportunity employer.