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Senior Software Engineer, UI

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At Skydance Interactive, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in interactive entertainment. Innovation in game design, technology and storytelling is the passion that drives our agile studio of dedicated and talented game creators. Collaboration across all disciplines is vital to our success and is at the core of the inclusive culture we strive to foster every day.

We empower our employees to take ownership of the features they develop and create their own solutions when challenges arise. As our studio grows, we want to bring even more risk-takers, innovators and diverse voices along for the ride as we continue to create the games that will defy convention and define the future of the medium.

Following the success of our first VR title Archangel, we elevated our ambition and tackled The Walking Dead universe in VR. The result was the 2020 genre-defining hit The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners. We are currently working on several highly anticipated VR games for emerging platforms that we can’t wait for you to play.

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Skydance is looking for an experienced software engineer skilled in creating robust, performant and flexible UI

solutions to enhance and streamline the player’s experience for an unannounced project.

Requirements

The role consists of working with game and system design teams to validate their user experience approach and provide implementation to fulfill the needs of the user interface design.
As the senior UI engineer you would be expected to build robust UI frameworks that support the design team while also meeting the needs of the project.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience developing and maintaining UI/UX engineering solutions for video games or similar real time applications. 
High proficiency with C++ with proven software engineering skills
Self-motivated and self-directing, willing to pitch in areas of development beyond direct responsibilities
Experience providing feedback and guidance to other engineers - helping them stay on track and true to the overall vision of the game.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Experience working with internal and external development teams/partners.

Plusses

Experience working with Unreal Engine and its UI frameworks.
Deep understanding of concepts and guidelines for UI/UX development.
Ability to analyze the problem, break down to actionable steps and produce implementation plan.

The salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $150,000 – $170,000. The salary offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.

We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.

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Skydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive, and animation divisions.

Skydance is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We welcome and consider applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. Diversity in the workplace is not just a commitment, it is who we are and a reflection of what makes our world special.

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What You Should Know About Senior Software Engineer, UI, Skydance

Skydance Interactive is on the lookout for a skilled Senior Software Engineer specializing in UI to join our innovative team in Santa Monica, Los Angeles. At Skydance, we’re all about pushing the boundaries of interactive entertainment, and we want someone like you to help us elevate our player’s experience on an unannounced project. You’ll be working closely with our talented game and system design teams, helping to create dynamic, robust, and flexible UI solutions that enhance gameplay. Your expertise in C++ and real-time applications will come in handy as you build UI frameworks that not only support our design team but also match the vision for our exciting project. You’ll have significant ownership of your work, with the freedom to pitch in wherever you can contribute. We value excellent communication skills and a self-directed approach, encouraging you to guide fellow engineers in achieving our shared goals. If you’re someone who thrives in a creative, collaborative environment and is ready to tackle challenges head-on, we’d love to hear from you. Join us at Skydance Interactive to be part of a diverse team that's creating VR games to excite players worldwide!

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What responsibilities does a Senior Software Engineer UI at Skydance Interactive have?

As a Senior Software Engineer specialized in UI at Skydance Interactive, your primary responsibilities include collaborating with the game and system design teams to validate their user experience strategies and providing implementation support to bring these designs to life. You'll build robust UI frameworks tailored to meet the specific needs of various projects, ensuring seamless and engaging player interactions.