UI Developer New

Frontier Developments plc; Hartford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic video game studio in the UK is seeking a Senior UI Developer to create responsive user interfaces for various projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming skills in languages like C# or JavaScript, and have experience in optimizing performance. You'll collaborate with designers and artists while mentoring junior team members. The company promotes well-being, offers a competitive salary, and has various employee benefits including flexible working hours and health support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Success-based annual bonus

Private family healthcare

Flexible working hours

In-house subsidized catering

Free gym or gym subsidy

Stock options

Qualifications

• Familiarity with high-level languages like C#, Lua, JS, and more.
• Experience using debugging tools to diagnose bugs.
• Ability to work under pressure and make decisions calmly.
• Understanding of performance constraints in real-time applications.
• Quick learner with adaptability to new tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop quality UI code across various projects and platforms.
• Review and contribute to the existing codebase.
• Collaborate closely with Designers and Artists.
• Provide UI expertise, mentor junior members, and manage risks.

Skills

C#

Lua

JavaScript

Haxe

AS3

Java

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Performance optimization

Tools

Debugging tools

Job description

We are looking for a Senior UI Developer who will be responsible for creating compelling and responsive user interfaces across multiple platforms. They will take ownership of specific areas within the game, which include the planning and estimation of related tasks. Their passion for developing UI components, screens and problem solving is pivotal to deliver the quality that the team strives for, in all our games.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop quality UI code across various projects and platforms.
• Review existing and new code additions to the game.
• Contribute to the development of our codebase and tools.
• Work closely with the Designers and Artists, seeking feedback and iterating on UI screens.
• Works closely with their team to understand problems and collaboratively develop smart solutions.
• Establish a strong relationship with the gameplay and UI design team to ensure seamless and effective integration of UI into the project.
• Provide UI expertise to help, mentor and coach more junior members of the team.
• Manage and communicate risks throughout the development process.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with at least one high-level language (e.g. C#, Lua, JS, Haxe, AS3 or Java).
• Experience with or knowledge of languages' debugging tools and being able to use them to diagnose bugs.
• Resilient under pressure with the ability to remain calm and make important decisions.
• Awareness of performance constraints of real‑time applications and experience profiling and optimizing code.
• Comfortable weaving assets provided by Designers and Artists into new or existing UI's.
• A quick learner willing to adapt to new tools and frameworks.
• Multiple shipped game titles or experience on a long‑running games franchise.

Bonus If You Have

• Knowledge of motion design.
• Familiarity with TypeScript.
• Familiarity with console development.
• React/Preact experience.

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK). The talented team at Frontier are dedicated to nurturing our existing portfolio and delivering our exciting future roadmap. Frontier’s portfolio includes critically acclaimed titles such as Elite Dangerous, Planet Coaster, Planet Zoo, Jurassic World Evolution and Jurassic World Evolution 2, plus an exciting roadmap of future releases.

Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we are continually evolving how we can support our people. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success‑based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in‑house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events. We strive to create an environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their capability and potential. If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative.

• Training Provided
• Regular team and company events
• Free drinks, fruit or food
• Flexible working
• Free Gym or Gym Subsidy
• Private Medical/Dental healthcare
• Bonus/Reward Scheme
• Childcare Vouchers
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Stock Options