UI Developer New

Frontier Developments plc
Cambridge, United Kingdom
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Java
Software Debugging
Design of User Interfaces
Lua
TypeScript
React

Job description

We are looking for a Senior UI Developer who will be responsible for creating compelling and responsive user interfaces across multiple platforms. They will take ownership of specific areas within the game, which include the planning and estimation of related tasks. Their passion for developing UI components, screens and problem solving is pivotal to deliver the quality that the team strives for, in all our games.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

  • Develop quality UI code across various projects and platforms.
  • Review existing and new code additions to the game.
  • Contribute to the development of our codebase and tools.
  • Work closely with the Designers and Artists, seeking feedback and iterating on UI screens.
  • Works closely with their team to understand problems and collaboratively develop smart solutions.
  • Establish a strong relationship with the gameplay and UI design team to ensure seamless and effective integration of UI into the project.
  • Provide UI expertise to help, mentor and coach more junior members of the team.
  • Manage and communicate risks throughout the development process., You will work with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games, in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our players.

Requirements

  • Familiarity with at least one high-level language,E.g.C#, LUA, JS, Haxe, AS3 or Java.
  • Experience with or knowledge of languages' debugging tools and knowing how to use them to diagnose bugs.
  • Resilient under pressure with the ability to remain calm and make important decisions.
  • Awareness of the performance constraints real-time applications have and has some experience profiling and optimizing their code.
  • Comfortable weaving assetsprovidedby Designers and Artists into new or existing UI's.
  • A quick learner who is willing to adapt to new tools and frameworks.
  • Multiple shipped game titles or experience on a long running games franchise.

BONUS IF YOU HAVE

  • Knowledge of motion design.
  • Familiarity with TypeScript.
  • Familiarity with console development.
  • React/Preact experience.

Benefits & conditions

Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we are continually evolving how we can support our people. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events.

We strive to create an environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their capability and potential. If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative., * Training Provided

  • Regular team and company events
  • Free drinks, fruit or food
  • Flexible working
  • Free Gym or Gym Subsidy
  • Private Medical/Dental healthcare
  • Bonus/Reward Scheme
  • Childcare Vouchers
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Stock Options

About the company

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK). The talented team at Frontier are dedicated to nurturing our existing portfolio and delivering our exciting future roadmap., Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. Frontier's portfolio includes critically acclaimed titles such as Elite Dangerous, Planet Coaster, Planet Zoo, Jurassic World Evolution and Jurassic World Evolution 2, plus an exciting roadmap of future releases.

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