UI Programmer

Frima Studio; Quebec; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.5-day workweek

Flexible work arrangements: 100%remote

Up to 7 weeks of vacation

Group insurance coverage

RRSP contribution

$400 ergonomic equipment allowance

Wellness perks: gym, massages, snacks

Job summary

Frima Studio, a Quebec City and Montreal based video game developer, is seeking an Unreal Programmer with UI focus to enhance its UI systems and tools across platforms. You will work with designers, artists, and engineers to deliver polished menus, HUDs, and loading screens, integrating them into Unreal using Slate, UMG, Blueprint, and C++.

The role demands a strong grasp of C++, Unreal Engine (4/5), and fluent English and French communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience as a game programmer with at least 1 year in Unreal Engine (4 or 5).
• Strong knowledge of UMG, Slate Framework, and Blueprint/C++ workflow.
• Excellent command of French and English (written and spoken). English skills required to collaborate with English-speaking partners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the UI/UX team to integrate game interfaces (menus, HUDs, loading screens) into Unreal Engine.
• Participate in code reviews with team members across disciplines.
• Identify and resolve UI rendering, GPU/CPU profiling, and memory management performance issues.
• Develop modular, reusable UI systems using Slate, UMG, Blueprints, and C++.
• Collaborate with designers and technical artists to improve UI tools and pipelines.
• Document work and contribute to standardizing UI practices within the project.
• Actively participate in daily Scrum meetings and sprint reviews.

Skills

Fluent in French and English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Unreal Engine

UMG

Slate Framework

Blueprint/C++ workflow

C++

Job description

Frima is looking for an Unreal Programmer with a UI-focused expertiseto help its game development team to reach the next level.

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 a single ambition: to create unforgettable games across all platforms.

We take care of our people

• 4.5-day workweek, year-round. (Friday afternoons off);
• Truly flexible work arrangements: 100% remote, hybrid, or 100% in-office—the choice is yours;
• Up to 7 weeks of vacation per year, sick days, and personal days: your well-being matters to us.
• Comprehensive group insurance coverage starting the day you join;
• A contribution to your RRSP;
• A $400 allowance for purchasing ergonomic equipment;

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 team informed about what’s happening at Frima;
• Close-knit, supportive, and inclusive teams—even when working remotely!
• Come discover the rest for yourself!

Job Description

What your weeks are going to look like

• Work closely with the UI/UX team to integrate game interfaces (menus, HUDs, loading screens, etc.) into Unreal Engine;
• Participate in code reviews with various team members;
• Identify and resolve performance issues related to UI rendering, GPU/CPU profiling, and memory management;
• Develop modular and reusable user interface systems using Slate, UMG, Blueprints, and C++;
• Collaborate with designers and technical artists to improve UI tools and pipelines;
• Document the work performed and contribute to the standardization of UI practices within the project;
• Actively participate in daily Scrum meetings and sprint reviews.

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, combined with experience deemed equivalent;
• More than five (5) years of experience as a video game programmer, including at least 1 year with Unreal Engine (4 or 5);
• Good understanding of the UMG system, the Slate Framework, and the Blueprint/C++ workflow;
• Strong knowledge of C++;
• Experience participating in the full development cycle of a mobile game (a significant asset);
• Willingness to travel internationally as needed;
• Excellent command of French and English (written and spoken). English skills are required to perform the job, as we collaborate with English-speaking partners.

What we value in our team

• Proactivity, independence, resourcefulness, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team;
• Diplomacy, patience, organization, and thoroughness;
• Willingness to question assumptions;
• Commitment to a job well done and adherence to deadlines.

Please note that only selected applicants will be contacted.