Lead UI Programmer
About The Position
We're looking for a Lead UI Programmer who is passionate about games and well-versed in C++, UI development, and mobile development. In this role, you will be responsible for core UI features and for supporting collaborative development among programmers, designers, and artists to deliver cutting-edge features that enhance player experiences across Rocket League. You will have opportunities to work on various initiatives, get hands-on with cutting-edge technologies, and work with talented internal and external teams, all while building impactful experiences from concept to delivery.
Requirements
- Experience developing games professionally and shipping AAA titles (on multiple platforms preferred)
- Experience leading a team of programmers within shipped AAA titles
- Strong C++ skills and the ability to code and design systems and tools
- Strong analytical abilities with creative problem-solving skills, excelling in thinking innovatively and finding unique solutions
- Experience working on a live service game
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong teamwork and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills, including the ability to deliver and respond to constructive feedback
Nice To Haves
- Passionate about games
- Well-versed in C++
- Well-versed in UI development
- Well-versed in mobile development
Responsibilities
- Mentor and coach a team of UI programmers and be the primary hub of communication and information for other disciplines
- Distill high-level feature requests into meaningful, actionable work items and delegate effectively to the team
- Deliver core UI functionality and systems efficiently and on time, and speak up when the team is over- or under-scoped
- Lead the vision for different systems, features, and be ready to jump in and write code when necessary
- Propose and review architecture, systems, and technical approaches to ensure that they satisfy requirements and promote a healthy codebase
- Work closely with art and design leads to ensure that UI meets aesthetic and functional requirements
- Work closely with other programming disciplines to integrate backend systems in support of the player experience
Benefits
- 100% paid benefits for employees and dependents
- Supplemental medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Critical illness coverage
- Telemedicine
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Long term disability insurance
- Weekly indemnity (short term disability)
- Retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Robust mental well-being program through Modern Health (free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
