UI Engineer | North America | Canada | Europe | Fully Remote
REMOTEPosted 30+ days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Escape Velocity Entertainment
Job overview
The UI Engineer role at Escape Velocity Entertainment involves developing and implementing UI features for a game project, enhancing player experience through collaboration across disciplines.
Responsibilities and impact
The engineer will build interactive UI systems using Blueprint and C++, collaborate with design, art, audio, and backend teams, contribute to modular UI systems and code reviews, debug runtime UI issues, and support UI performance and polish.
Compensation and benefits
The job offers generous PTO, studio closures for holidays, private medical and dental healthcare, mental health support, a health and wellbeing allowance, discretionary studio bonus, top-range home tech setup, and other regional benefits.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have professional game development experience, proficiency in Unreal Engine 4 or 5 with Blueprint and C++, knowledge of MVVM framework, 3D math understanding, strong communication, and collaboration skills; experience with game meta-systems and cross-functional teams is valued.
Career development
The role offers growth in UI architecture and scalable UI systems with guidance from engineers and designers, fostering learning and cross-team collaboration.
Work environment and culture
Escape Velocity values honesty, autonomy, a culture of play, constant improvement, and respects work-life balance with a fully remote setup supporting global team members.
Company information
Escape Velocity Entertainment is a passionate game development studio working on a unique project with a committed publisher, emphasizing rewarding development and player experiences.
Job location and travel
The position is fully remote, supporting team members nearly anywhere in North America, Canada, and Europe.
Application process
Applicants should submit a resume/CV via the application link; the recruiting team will contact selected candidates to guide them through the hiring process.
Unique job features
The job features working on an unannounced game project with a focus on scalable UI systems using Unreal Engine and collaboration across multiple disciplines.
Company overview
Escape Velocity Entertainment Inc is a game development studio based in Williamson County, Tennessee, known for its passionate and talented team of developers. The company specializes in creating immersive gaming experiences and offers a variety of remote job opportunities across North America and Europe, including roles such as Senior UI Artist, Release Engineer, and Senior Games Writer. Escape Velocity has been involved in legal proceedings, notably a case against Blockchain Game Partners Inc. The company operates within the Professional Employer Organization (PEO) sector, often associated with HR and payroll services.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your professional game development experience and strong proficiency with Unreal Engine, especially your skills in Blueprint and C++ for UI systems.
Emphasize your ability to collaborate across disciplines such as Design, Animation, Audio, and Backend teams, showcasing your communication skills and experience working in cross-functional pods.
Apply through multiple channels including Escape Velocity Entertainment’s corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this fully remote UI Engineer role.
Connect with current engineers or team members in Escape Velocity’s UI or engineering divisions on LinkedIn; ice breakers could include asking about their experience with the unannounced project or how they approach UI scalability and performance.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords like 'Unreal Engine 4/5,' 'Blueprint,' 'C++,' 'MVVM,' 'UI architecture,' 'cross-team collaboration,' and 'game UI performance' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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