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We are looking for a highly talented, motivated, and experienced person to work with us on XDefiant, a new multiplatform online multiplayer action game based in our San Francisco studio. XDefiant is a free-to-play, fast-paced arena shooter that combines intense combat with personalized loadouts and specialized factions, as teams of battle for domination.

As a Senior UI Engineer you’ll be working with the Snowdrop engine to make XDefiant’s user interface look the absolute best. You’ll also be helping guide the UI team, developing and expanding Snowdrop’s systems, and educating UI developers on how to get the most of the engine. Your contributions will make sure that the first things our players see are beautiful, clean, and performant. You will be a key part of a small, collaboration-oriented team where you will have the opportunity to contribute in meaningful ways.

You’ll also be part of the diverse Ubisoft San Francisco team. We embrace a variety of work situations based on what’s best for the team, and we welcome people working in our SF office, remotely from other locations, or some combination of the two. We put a priority on supporting our team members and what makes them happiest and most productive.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Design and architect UI systems and frameworks

  • Collaborate with artists and designers in delivering world-class user interface systems

  • Profile and optimize interface code and screens

  • Design and implement UI screens and components in C++

  • Design and implement client-side UI logic

  • Collaborate with the Presentation Director to develop UI designs

  • Collaborate with the UI designers to develop the user experience

  • Mentor more junior UI engineers and designers

Qualifications

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

  • Senior level of programming experience

  • Strong C/C++ programming skills

  • Shipped at least 2 games as UI engineer for PlayStation, Xbox, PC, or MacOS

  • Developed games on game consoles and PC/Mac

  • Previous collaboration with designers and artists to implement the vision of the game

Additional Information

WHAT YOU'LL GET

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Employer HSA contribution to fully cover your deductible (with enrollment in a HSA eligible medical plan)

  • 401k match

  • Paid vacation, holiday and wellness time

  • Fitness, physical challenge, and eSports competition reimbursements

  • Ginger emotional support app for you and your adult dependents with up to 10 sessions per year of video-based therapy and psychiatry services

  • Membership to One Medical

  • Rocket Lawyer online legal service membership

  • Paid parental leave

  • Paid time off to volunteer

  • Pawternity – paid time off to bond with a newly adopted pet

  • Sabbatical leave available after 5 years of employment

  • Access to all of the latest Ubisoft games for PC

  • Generous discount on new Ubisoft games

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guideline

MORE ABOUT US

Ubisoft is composed of over 20,000 talented people located in 55+ development studios and offices across the globe. With more than 80% of our teams dedicated to creation, Ubisoft is the biggest in-house creative force in the industry.

Ubisoft’s worldwide network of video game development studios and business offices work hand-in-hand each day to deliver rich and innovative gaming experiences that reflect the creativity and diversity of their teams. This cross-studio collaboration model means every team member has the opportunity to participate in challenging projects based on iconic brands including Assassin's Creed®, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege®, Tom Clancy's The Division®, For Honor®, Rabbids®, Rayman®, Watch Dogs®, Far Cry®, The Crew®, Just Dance® and more. Ubisoft is a global leader in the video games and entertainment software industry.

We are committed to enriching player’s lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. We create worlds where people can express themselves, explore and discover new possibilities.

Are you looking to work with enthusiastic experts who are tackling game-changing challenges in entertainment and beyond? At Ubisoft, we offer an open environment where bright ideas are given a chance to shine, and everyone is eager to share knowledge.

Skills and competencies show up in different forms and can be based on different experiences, that's why we strongly encourage you to apply even though you may not have all the requirements listed above.

At Ubisoft, you can come as you are. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We’re committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences. Ubisoft is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our player community. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability status.

Take entertainment to the next level. Join us and create the unknown. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes submitted by staffing or placement agencies or recruiters.

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