UI/UX Software Engineer (UE5)

• Implement Performant UI Systems: Architect, build, and optimize responsive runtime UI and in-game HUD features within Unreal Engine 5.
• Cross-Discipline & Co-Dev Collaboration: Work closely with technical designers, UI designers, artists, and engineering leads—both internally and with partner teams—to translate creative direction and feature requests into robust technical solutions.
• Bridge Gameplay & UI: Build the underlying frameworks and data flows connecting gameplay logic to user interfaces in a clean, scalable manner.
• Core Feature Support: Support development across player-facing interfaces, including interactive maps, HUD elements, options menus, and accessibility features.
• Proactive Problem-Solving & Communication: Navigate high-level design concepts, incomplete specs, and open-ended feature requests with autonomy—taking ownership to investigate technical paths, communicate proactively across disciplines to resolve ambiguity, and deliver solid results.

• 5+ years of software engineering experience in game development, with a primary focus on UI systems and user interfaces.
• Unreal Engine 5 Experience: Hands-on development experience in UE5 with a strong practical understanding of its UI frameworks.
• Core UI Tech Stack: Hands-on experience working with key Unreal UI technologies, including Slate, UMG, MVVM / View Models, and CommonUI
• Core C++ Foundations: Strong fundamental C++ programming, memory management, data structures, and object-oriented design skills.
• Engine-Level C++ Proficiency: Proven experience applying core C++ concepts within Unreal Engine’s framework, architecture, and macro ecosystem.
• Self-Motivated & Autonomous Mindset: Comfort operating in an environment where solutions aren't always pre-defined. You enjoy rolling up your sleeves, digging into high-level problems, and finding the answers proactively.
• Collaborative Communication: Strong teamwork skills and the adaptability to work effectively within a co-development environment across artists, designers, and engineers.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Shipped Unreal Titles: Experience shipping a game built in Unreal Engine with a focus on UI/UX systems.
• Console & Compliance Experience: Familiarity with building and optimizing UI for console platforms alongside PC support (addressing controller navigation, layout compliance, and platform performance).
• Input Architecture: Experience working with Unreal’s Enhanced Input system and handling complex multi-device input mappings.
• UI Profiling & Performance: Experience using profiling tools (e.g., Unreal Insights, CPU/GPU trace tools) to diagnose and fix UI performance overhead.

• Annual bonus and up to 3% RRSP matching available
• Comprehensive health benefits, along with a supportive Maternity and Parental Leave policy
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements: leverage our beautiful studio spaces as needed, and have the ability to work-from-home on certain projects
• Take care of your mental health with our Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks of vacation leave, and our free gym at our Burnaby Studio
• We relentlessly support your growth and development! Level up your C++ skills at SkyBox University, explore other disciplines through our Guild Program, and expand your game dev knowledge with Lunch & Learns. You’ll join a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and personal growth.
• Social events! Have fun with the team at trivia nights, karaoke nights, movie nights, and various group activities. Join our soccer team, game jams, or a board game sesh after work. You name it, we’ve got it!
• Get involved with our diverse community through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives and promote a supportive environment
• You’ll contribute to industry-leading titles!