Technical UI Designer

Job Description

What your weeks will look like

• Design and integrate complex UI systems directly in Unreal Engine (UMG/Slate);
• Create and optimize custom shaders and materials for advanced visual effects;
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and programmers to solve cross-platform integration challenges;
• Debug, profile, and optimize UI systems to ensure smooth performance across PC, consoles, and other platforms;
• Develop the UI development pipeline in Unreal Engine in collaboration with the technology leadership team;
• Participate in project retrospectives to improve future UI processes;
• Contribute to the evolution of UI tools, templates, and workflows used across the studio.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, UX/UI Design, Digital Arts, or another related field, combined with equivalent relevant experience;
• Approximately five (5) years of experience in UI design for video games;
• Excellent command of Unreal UMG and Blueprints (Slate is considered an asset);
• Experience with Unreal animation systems is considered an asset;
• Advanced skills in shader and material creation;
• Good understanding of UX and interaction design principles;
• Strong interest in complex technical challenges and optimization;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both French and English;
• Portfolio and/or demo required;
• Availability to travel internationally when required.

What we value on our team

• Passion for functional design, layout, and delivering a high-quality user experience;
• Autonomy, resourcefulness, and attention to detail when handling a variety of technical tasks;
• Ability to work within established standards, technical constraints, and production requirements;
• Ability to analyze and solve UI navigation, readability, and behavior issues;
• Ability to adapt designs to different target audiences and platforms;
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team;
• Strong time management, prioritization skills, and ability to meet deadlines;
• Constructive critical thinking and the ability to reassess and improve your own work.

Additional Information

Come and make a difference with us! 

• Find out more about us: https://frimastudio.com/a-propos/
• About our culture: https://vimeo.com/766900522?share=copyLe