Technical UI Designer

Frima; Quebec; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.5-day workweek

Flexible work location

Up to 7 weeks vacation

Group insurance

RRSP contribution

Ergonomic equipment allowance

Job summary

Frima is seeking a Technical UI Designer to join our UI/UX team on a major project. You will design and integrate complex UI systems in Unreal Engine (UMG/Slate), create shaders, and collaborate across disciplines to ensure cross-platform performance.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in design and about five years of UI design for video games, with strong Unreal UMG/Blueprints skills, and excellent bilingual communication in French and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, UX/UI Design, Digital Arts, or related field.
• Five years of UI design experience for video games.
• Strong command of Unreal UMG and Blueprints (Slate is a plus).
• Experience with Unreal animation systems is a plus.
• Advanced shader and material creation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate complex UI systems directly in Unreal Engine (UMG/Slate).
• Create and optimize custom shaders and materials for advanced visual effects.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and programmers to solve cross-platform integration challenges.
• Debug, profile, and optimize UI systems for performance across PC and consoles.
• Develop the UI development pipeline in Unreal Engine with the leadership team.
• Participate in project retrospectives to improve UI processes.
• Contribute to evolution of UI tools, templates, and workflows.

Skills

UI design

UX principles

Bilingual (FR/EN)

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design/UX-UI/Digital Arts or related field

Tools

Unreal Engine

Blueprints

Slate

Job description

Ready to level up your career? Frima is looking for a Technical UI Designer to join our UI/UX team on one of our biggest projects!

We are Frima, a video game development studio based in Quebec City and Montreal for over 20 years, bringing together hundreds of passionate talents united by one ambition: creating unforgettable games across all platforms.

And the reason is simple:

• 4.5-day workweek year-round (Friday afternoons off);
• A truly flexible work environment: 100% remote (for residents of the province of Quebec), hybrid, or 100% on-site, the choice is yours;
• Up to 7 weeks of vacation per year, plus sick days and personal days: your well-being matters to us;
• Comprehensive group insurance coverage from day one;
• RRSP contribution;
• A $400 allowance for ergonomic equipment purchases.

Life at the studio

• Access to chair massages, fresh fruit and snacks, a gym, sports activities, and more;
• Regular presentations on projects and new developments: we keep our teams informed about what’s happening at Frima;
• Close-knit, caring, and inclusive teams, even remotely!
• Come discover the rest for yourself!

Job Description

What your weeks will look like

• Design and integrate complex UI systems directly in Unreal Engine (UMG/Slate);
• Create and optimize custom shaders and materials for advanced visual effects;
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and programmers to solve cross-platform integration challenges;
• Debug, profile, and optimize UI systems to ensure smooth performance across PC, consoles, and other platforms;
• Develop the UI development pipeline in Unreal Engine in collaboration with the technology leadership team;
• Participate in project retrospectives to improve future UI processes;
• Contribute to the evolution of UI tools, templates, and workflows used across the studio.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, UX/UI Design, Digital Arts, or another related field, combined with equivalent relevant experience;
• Approximately five (5) years of experience in UI design for video games;
• Excellent command of Unreal UMG and Blueprints (Slate is considered an asset);
• Experience with Unreal animation systems is considered an asset;
• Advanced skills in shader and material creation;
• Good understanding of UX and interaction design principles;
• Strong interest in complex technical challenges and optimization;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both French and English;
• Portfolio and/or demo required;
• Availability to travel internationally when required.

What We Value On Our Team

• Passion for functional design, layout, and delivering a high-quality user experience;
• Autonomy, resourcefulness, and attention to detail when handling a variety of technical tasks;
• Ability to work within established standards, technical constraints, and production requirements;
• Ability to analyze and solve UI navigation, readability, and behavior issues;
• Ability to adapt designs to different target audiences and platforms;
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team;
• Strong time management, prioritization skills, and ability to meet deadlines;
• Constructive critical thinking and the ability to reassess and improve your own work.

Additional Information

Come and make a difference with us!

• Find out more about us: https://frimastudio.com/a-propos/
• About our culture: https://vimeo.com/766900522?share=copyLe