Lead UI Programmer (Unreal Engine)

Location: Belgrade, Novi Sad, Sarajevo, or remote within EMEA; hybrid work is preferred, with onsite and remote options available.

Company

hirify.global develops action games for PC and consoles using Unreal Engine, including Scars Above, Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival, and an unannounced AAA title.

What you will do

• Own the technical implementation of complex UI systems in Unreal Engine.
• Align UI technology with game design and ensure the quality of gameplay feature designs.
• Define team processes including code reviews, automated testing, JIRA ticket standards, and meetings.
• Plan and delegate work, manage capacity and delivery risks, and maintain a sustainable production velocity.
• Lead, mentor, and support the professional growth of UI programmers.
• Coordinate UI implementation with producers, game designers, other departments, and recruitment.

Requirements

• At least one shipped AA or AAA PC or console game as a Lead UI Programmer.
• 5+ years of experience in the AAA industry within gameplay programming.
• Proven experience leading a team of programmers in a relevant area.
• Experience designing and implementing UI systems.
• Strong C++ knowledge, including experience outside Unreal Engine.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with UI animation systems.
• Experience with Unreal Engine Blueprints, Unreal UI Systems, Common UI, the Input System, or GAS.
• Strong understanding of collaborative pipelines between design and programming teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive industry-standard salary and flexible working hours.
• 25 vacation days, company-wide annual leave in January, short-term sick leave, additional remote days, and special-event leave.
• Education and training support covering conferences, classes, workshops, and courses.
• Work with experienced game development professionals across three offices and more than 16 countries.
• Private medical insurance, fitness support, team-building events, office refreshments, merchandise, and gifts; benefits vary by location and contract type.