Senior UI Programmer (Unreal Engine)

TL;DR

Senior UI Programmer (Unreal Engine): Building and maintaining responsive in-game interface systems with an accent on UMG framework development and performance optimization. Focus on collaborating with designers to translate visual concepts into functional, high-fidelity HUDs and menus for multi-platform AAA titles.

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada (Onsite)

Salary: 100K–130K CAD

Company

hirify.global is a game development studio focused on creating high-quality interactive experiences for major titles.

What you will do

• Implement and maintain responsive UI systems to ensure smooth player interaction.
• Partner with UI/UX designers and artists to translate wireframes into functional interfaces.
• Develop and optimize reusable UI components to streamline development workflows.
• Diagnose and resolve UI-related bugs, performance bottlenecks, and input-handling issues.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain technical documentation.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional game development experience with a focus on UI.
• Solid experience with Unreal Engine, specifically UMG and Blueprints.
• Proficiency in C++ and object-oriented programming principles.
• Experience managing complex UI states, input handling, and localized text systems.
• Familiarity with profiling tools for memory and performance optimization.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and communicate technical constraints effectively.

Nice to have

• Experience shipping a multi-platform AAA title on Console and PC.
• Familiarity with motion design, materials, or shaders in Unreal Engine.
• Passion for UI/UX design trends and accessibility standards.