About the Role
UI Programmer
Location: Remote, USA
Job Description:
Tripwire Interactive is looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our team! Founded in 2005, Tripwire is a leading video game developer and publisher known for acclaimed titles like Red Orchestra/Rising Storm, the Killing Floor series, and Maneater. After becoming a part of The Embracer Group in 2022, we are now laser-focused on what’s next for the studio.
Tripwire is proud to be located at the heart of Georgia’s bustling entertainment industry in a historic and affordable suburb of Atlanta: Roswell, GA. Yet modern work standards have allowed us to open our doors to developers across the continental U.S. and beyond. Whether you’re working remotely out of state, commuting to our office, or somewhere in between, we offer a flexible environment designed to help all developers produce their best work.
If you’re a talented, dedicated, and passionate individual ready to join a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the team to architect, implement, and deliver on all areas of the user interface to a high level of quality, both with KBM and gamepad input devices.
- Assist with breaking down design goals into smaller technical tasks, determining scope and estimates, and offer feedback on feasibility and UX.
- Take ownership of UI features and proactively identify dependencies or potential flaws.
- Use standard tools and methods to profile UI systems and optimize as needed for speed and memory usage.
- Consider and support UI/UX certification requirements and localization workflows.
- Participate in code reviews to identify potential bugs and increase overall code quality.
Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of C++ programming and code design patterns.
- Experience with Unreal UMG and debugging tools (e.g. Widget Reflector).
- Familiarity with Unreal’s Localization tools.
- 3+ years of applicable game industry experience.
- One or more shipped titles in a similar role.
- Strong communication and proven ability to work with others to develop and iterate on features.
- Self motivated and energetic team player who contributes to a positive and inclusive team culture.
Bonus Points:
- Familiarity with Unreal Slate and how UI works within the engine.
- Cross-platform development experience (console experience preferred).
- Multiplayer game development experience.