Technical UI Designer (Unreal Engine)

TL;DR

Technical UI Designer (Unreal Engine): Implementing and polishing player-facing UI for the next Subnautica title with an accent on UMG architecture, performance optimization, and data-driven component design. Focus on building responsive, accessible interfaces and improving technical workflows across all target platforms.

Location: Remote

Company

A game development studio known for creating accessible and engaging titles for a global audience, currently working on the Subnautica franchise.

What you will do

• Own the end-to-end implementation of UI features from wireframes to final polish.
• Architect UI systems using widgets, classes, and data-driven components.
• Collaborate with design, art, and engineering teams to ensure functional and performant interfaces.
• Implement responsive animations and interactive behaviors triggered by gameplay events.
• Optimize UMG and Blueprint logic to meet strict platform performance targets.
• Improve technical pipelines, documentation, and UI design workflows.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Technical UI Designer.
• Proven experience shipping at least one title using Unreal Engine.
• Deep proficiency with UMG, Blueprints, and Enhanced Input.
• Strong understanding of UI architecture, state management, and performance optimization.
• Ability to diagnose and debug complex visual and logic-related UI issues.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a distributed remote team.

Nice to have

• Programming experience in C++ or C#.
• Familiarity with UI asset creation tools like Photoshop or Illustrator.
• Experience with UMG Viewmodels or using 3D models in UI.
• Experience developing under an early access release model.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time remote position within a globally distributed team.
• Annual professional development budget.
• Home office stipends provided.
• Paid time off for volunteer and non-profit work.
• Inclusive environment supporting diverse backgrounds and creative talent.