Salary
£96k
Principal UI Programmer
UI Programming plays a critical role in the game development process by building, maintaining, and refining user interface systems that support player interaction and gameplay features. This function focuses on implementing UI functionality, improving shared UI libraries, and ensuring code is performant, maintainable, and well-integrated with broader systems. It supports workflows such as UI design, feature implementation, and debugging, contributing to a consistent and responsive player experience. UI Programmers regularly work within established pipelines and collaborate closely with designers, artists, and other engineers to align on interface behavior, aesthetic goals, and technical requirements.
- Proficiency in C/C++
- Advanced knowledge of algorithms and data structures
- Advanced optimisation and debugging skills
- Strong maths skills - especially linear algebra and 3D vector math
- Comfortable using object-oriented design patterns
- Strong expertise in front end technologies and frameworks
Software & Tools
C
C
Unreal Engine
Technical Areas
UI systems architecture
algorithms/data structures
optimisation & debugging
backend integration
technical design & UI frameworks
team leadership
Interpersonal Skills
Collaboration
Communication
Leadership