Senior UI Engineer – Gaming UI/UX, Unreal/C++

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 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.