Senior UI Engineer

Lighthouse Games; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Holiday + birthday

Studio Shutdown between Christmas and

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare

Health and Well-Being Benefits

Dental Care

Optical treatments

Mental Health Support

Learning & Development Days

Job summary

Lighthouse Games in Leamington Spa is seeking a dedicated UI Engineer to shape the user interface that players interact with, collaborating with artists and designers to translate concepts into responsive UI. You will ensure high performance and a cohesive UX across our titles.

The role requires strong C++ UI development skills, experience with Unreal Engine, and a passion for games, with a focus on delivering polished, scalable UI systems in a fast-paced studio environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a UI Engineer or similar role in the gaming or tech industry.
• Proficient in C++ for UI development.
• Familiar with Unreal Engine.
• Understanding of UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Passion for video games and keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain user interface systems within the game engine, ensuring high-quality performance.
• Collaborate with design and art teams to create and optimise UI elements and components.
• Translate design mockups and prototypes into functional user interfaces.
• Optimise UI layouts for different screen sizes and resolutions.
• Debug and troubleshoot UI-related issues throughout the development process.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging technologies in UI development.

Skills

C++ for UI development

Unreal Engine

UI/UX principles

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Git

Job description

Lighthouse Games is a new AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent, and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you will be able to create the best work of your career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative. You will learn from the best, and work alongside the future greats of the gaming industry.

As a UI Engineer, you will be at the intersection of design and technology, responsible for developing engaging and user-friendly interface components for our games. You will collaborate closely with artists and designers to transform concepts into functional elements while ensuring optimal performance and a cohesive user experience.

Key Duties Include

• Implement and maintain user interface systems within the game engine, ensuring high-quality performance.
• Collaborate with design and art teams to create and optimise UI elements and components.
• Translate design mockups and prototypes into functional user interfaces.
• Optimise UI layouts for different screen sizes and resolutions.
• Debug and troubleshoot UI-related issues throughout the development process.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging technologies in UI development.

• Previous experience as a UI Engineer or similar role in the gaming or tech industry.
• Proficient in C++ for UI development.
• Familiar with Unreal Engine.
• Understanding of UI/UX principles and best practices.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Passion for video games and keen attention to detail.

• 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
• Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year (+3 days)
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Health and Well-Being Benefits
• Dental Care
• Optical treatments
• Mental Health Support
• Learning & Development Days