UI Programmer

Collaborate with artists, designers, and gameplay developers to create cutting-edge features and improve player experience. Work closely with other UI developers and game designers for effective prototyping. Polish UI prototypes to AAA level, focusing on compliance, accessibility, and layout. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code, and actively participate in code reviews. Design and implement new UI systems and iterate on existing ones.

Must Have

• Collaborate with artists, designers and gameplay developers
• Work closely with other UI developers and game designers to organize effective prototyping process
• Polish UI prototypes to AAA level with attention to detail
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
• Test, debug, profile and optimize implementations
• Create design documentation according to Team Standards
• Actively attend to code review
• Design and implement new UI systems, and iterate on existing ones
• At least 5 years C++ programming experience
• Knowledge and experience of Unreal Engine 4
• 5 years experience with developing and testing UI features across multiple platforms
• Knowledge of rendering, threading, networking and other systems impacting quality and performance
• Understanding of UMG optimization techniques
• Strong debugging and profiling skills
• Ability to write solid, reliable, efficient code
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Open-minded team player attitude
• Strong work ethic and self-motivated
• Passionate about playing and making video games

Good to Have

• Knowledge of design relating to user-interface and ergonomics
• Shipped AAA title experience
• JIRA, Swarm and Perforce Knowledge
• BS (or higher) in Computer Science or similar discipline (Physics, Math, EE, etc.)

Perks & Benefits

• Benefit package 100% paid by PCF. Insurance company reimburses 100% of claims (Up to $1000 per service a year, as well as individual family coverage).
• Full Dental coverage, including major dental and orthodontics.
• 4% RRSP matching before tax deductions, 100% vested on day 1.
• Paid week off during Winter Holidays.
• 20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days.
• Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents.
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.

Company Description

People Can Fly is one of the leading independent AAA game development studios. Our international team consists of hundreds of talented individuals working from offices in Poland, the UK, Ireland, the US, and Canada, as well as remotely across the globe.

Founded in 2002, we made our mark on the shooter genre with titles such as Painkiller, Bulletstorm, Gears of War: Judgment, and Outriders. As one of the most experienced Unreal Engine studios in the industry, we continue to expand on our expertise and push the boundaries of what’s possible in game development.

Our creative teams are currently working on several exciting titles: Gears of War: E-Day developed in collaboration with Microsoft; Project Echo for KRAFTON; and Lost Rift, an original IP we are developing in-house under our self-publishing model. We are also exploring new platforms and experiences with VR and other unannounced projects.

With over 20 years of experience, PCF continues to explore new horizons. We aim to combine our expertise with the creativity of the best and most forward-thinking talent in the industry, building the next generation of action games for players worldwide.

If you join us on this journey, you’ll have the chance to perfect your craft, expand your knowledge, and work alongside industry leaders to create unique, unforgettable experiences for gamers everywhere.

Job Description

• Collaborate with artists, designers and gameplay developers to work on cutting-edge features, improving player experience.
• Work closely with other UI developers and game designers to organize effective prototyping process.
• Polish UI prototypes to AAA level with attention to detail, especially with compliance, accessibility and layout.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Test, debug, profile and optimize implementations.
• Create design documentation according to Team Standards.
• Actively attend to code review.
• Design and implement new UI systems, and iterate on existing ones.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years C++ programming experience
• Knowledge and experience of Unreal Engine 4
• Must have 5 years experience with developing and testing UI features across multiple platforms
• Knowledge of rendering, threading, networking and other systems impacting quality and performance
• Understanding of UMG optimization techniques
• Strong debugging and profiling skills
• Ability to write solid, reliable, efficient code
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Open-minded team player attitude
• Strong work ethic and self-motivated
• Passionate about playing and making video games

Nice to have

• Knowledge of design relating to user-interface and ergonomics
• Shipped AAA title experience
• JIRA, Swarm and Perforce Knowledge
• BS (or higher) in Computer Science or similar discipline (Physics, Math, EE, etc.)

Additional Information

Canada

• Benefit package 100% paid by PCF. Insurance company reimburses 100% of claims (Up to $1000 per service a year, as well as individual family coverage).
• Full Dental coverage, including major dental and orthodontics.
• 4% RRSP matching before tax deductions, 100% vested on day 1.
• Paid week off during Winter Holidays.
• 20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days.
• Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents.
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.