Description:

Wildlight Entertainment is a new, fully-funded entertainment studio focused on creating AAA games with a commitment to quality and a positive work environment.
The company is remote-first, allowing employees to work where they are most productive, with options for hybrid or full-time office work in Los Angeles and Seattle.
The Senior UI Engineer will build systems and frameworks for intuitive, responsive player interactions.
Responsibilities include collaborating with design and art teams to define UI requirements, optimizing UI systems for performance, and educating team members on UI components and APIs.
The role requires collaboration with UX/UI teams to improve interaction paradigms and involves autonomy in expertise and prioritization.

Requirements:

Candidates must have 5+ years of experience as a game engineer focusing on UI/UX systems.
Strong C/C++ programming and debugging skills are required.
A strong understanding of common UI framework design patterns is necessary.
Deep expertise in designing systems for high performance on modern hardware is essential.
Experience with Unreal Engine is required.
Experience working on character, camera, and/or controls systems for an action game is a plus.

The compensation package includes competitive industry-standard base salaries and an annual bonus, with a salary range of $170,000 to $220,000 (USD) based on skills and experience.
The company promotes a positive and inclusive work environment with a no-crunch culture.
Employees benefit from an unlimited PTO policy, allowing them to take time off as needed.
Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision coverage is provided for employees and their families, along with paid parental leave.