As a UI Programmer you’ll be working with the Snowdrop engine to make XDefiant’s user interface look and feel the absolute best. You’ll also be expanding Snowdrop’s UI systems and educating UI designers on how to get the most out of the engine. Your contributions will make sure that the first things our players see are beautiful, clean, and performant. You will be a key part of a small, collaboration-oriented team where you will have the opportunity to contribute in meaningful ways.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with the UI Lead to develop UI features and systems
• Collaborate with the UI designers to develop the user experience
• Create and maintain technical design documents
• Self-manage programming task schedule updates and coordinate with production team
• Review user interface and optimize performance and resource utilization
• Consult with UI designers to ensure best performance and user experience

What you bring

You are driven by the challenge – you remain calm when facing challenging situations. You are eager to learn from your peers and are receptive to their feedback relying on your great communication and interpersonal skills. You believe in team ownership of what you craft and will be working with your colleagues to share ideas and solve complex problems. Attention to detail is one of your strengths and you’re passionate about problem-solving. Besides the above we are looking for someone aligned with our studio’s core values and the following skills and experience:

• Professional experience working with the C++ language
• Familiarity with user experience concepts is an asset;
• Games industry experience preferred;
• Knowledge of programming design patterns and recognition of programming standards.
• Knowledge of current trends in graphic design and user interface design;
• Knowledge of source control.

 What to send our way

• Your CV, highlighting your education, experience, and skills, and anything else (GitHub, examples of projects) you think we might find helpful.
• A real live person will review your application. While we’re doing that, get to know a bit more about our studio and our team. 

The Studio

Ubisoft Winnipeg is a technology studio with a unique mission: develop new technologies that will change the way we build video game worlds. We are the only Ubisoft studio focused on exploring the unknown to develop technology that empowers game creators at studios around the world to build even better, more immersive worlds across our major brands.  

We are a part of Ubisoft’s 20,000 team members, working across more than 40 locations around the world, and are bound by a common mission to enrich players’ lives with original and memorable gaming experiences. The team’s dedication and talent have brought to life many acclaimed franchises such as Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Just Dance, Rainbow Six, and many more to come.  

Who We Are

Ubisoft is an equal opportunity employer that believes diverse backgrounds and perspectives are key to creating worlds where both players and teams can thrive and express themselves. To get there, we are creating a safer, more inclusive work environment, giving back to the communities where Ubisoft operates by collaborating with local non-profit partners, and by working to reduce the environmental impact of our business. Read more about our commitment to social impact here. Please read our Code of Conduct prior to applying. It is our collective responsibility at Ubisoft Winnipeg to maintain a respectful and inclusive work environment and be the best possible place to work and grow. Knowing and respecting our Code of Conduct’s principles and guidelines is key to achieving that goal.  
Ubisoft Winnipeg encourages applications from First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, neurodivergent people, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, and people who live at the intersections of those identities and experiences. Ubisoft Winnipeg is committed to providing accommodations for accessibility upon request.    

Learn more about XDefiant here - https://www.ubisoft.com/en-us/game/xdefiant

Learn more about the Snowdrop engine here - https://www.ubisoft.com/snowdrop