UI/UX Engineer - Talent Pool

Side is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in Japan in 1994, Side has grown to become a global force in the video game industry, with over 40 studios in 15 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. Our industry-leading services include codev, art production, localization, audio production, quality assurance, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets. Help us bring stories to the world. Join Side's global team of passionate gamers and contribute to top-notch game development. Discover opportunities in Asia, North America, South America, Europe, and beyond. Experience our side of life! For more information, visit www.side.inc

About This Opportunity

Please note, this listing is not for an immediate open position but for our Talent Pool for Co-Development Roles. By applying, you express interest in being considered for future project-based opportunities that align with your skills and experience. These opportunities are contingent on client needs and project availability. As projects are initiated or client proposals are developed, we will review candidates from this pool and contact those who most closely align with the specific requirements of the co-development opportunity.

How We Keep You Engaged

We maintain strong relationships with our talent pool by providing regular updates, industry insights, and information on upcoming opportunities. We will check in to confirm your availability and interest. Our hiring teams carefully vet and select top candidates who best meet project needs, ensuring that you are matched with the right opportunity when it becomes available.

Next Steps

If you are passionate about contributing to cutting-edge projects and want to be considered for future co-development opportunities, we encourage you to apply to this listing. While there may not be an immediate opening, your application ensures that you will be part of our ongoing talent review for upcoming roles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and develop user interface (UI) frameworks and user experiences (UX) for AAA-quality games and applications.
• Collaborate with design, art, and engineering teams to create intuitive, responsive, and visually appealing interfaces optimized for PC, console, mobile, and AR/VR platforms.
• Translate wireframes, prototypes, and design concepts into functional UI/UX features.
• Implement telemetry to gather data on user interactions and use analytics to refine and optimize UI/UX design.
• Optimize UIs for various input methods, including mouse/keyboard, controller, touch devices, and AR/VR interactions.
• Ensure seamless integration between UI elements and gameplay features, maintaining consistency and fluidity across the user journey.
• Work closely with backend, engine, and build teams to package and stream UI/UX content effectively.
• Monitor, debug, and improve UI/UX implementations to maintain exceptional user experiences.

Requirements

Programming and Design Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of computer science fundamentals and proficiency in C++; fluency in C# is a plus.
• Proven experience designing and implementing real-time UI/UX systems for AAA games or applications.
• Familiarity with interaction design, usability principles, and user-centered design methodologies.

Graphics and UI Development:

• Familiarity with computer graphics pipelines and linear algebra.
• Experience with Unreal Engine Slate and UMG is highly desired.
• Web UI development experience is a plus.

Cross-Platform Optimization: Experience creating and optimizing UI/UX for various platforms, including console, mobile, and AR/VR.

Data-Driven Design: Knowledge of telemetry tools for tracking user behavior and analyzing UX performance.

AAA Game Development: Must have contributed to at least one shipped AAA title.

Passion for Innovation: A deep passion for crafting exceptional user experiences that elevate gameplay and engagement.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with VR/AR interface design and development.
• Strong visual design skills, with a focus on typography, layout, and color theory.
• Familiarity with Agile development practices and iterative design processes.

Note: Specific requirements may vary depending on project needs.