Senior Principal UI Programmer
Senior Principal UI Programmer
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We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the Best Space Sim Ever. We want to build the best we can deliver and we believe wholeheartedly in the value of exceptional diverse talent.
Were seeking an exceptional Senior Principal UI Programmer with strong motion graphics skills and tool development experience to work directly with our Technical UI Director in creating cuttingedge animated user interfaces and robust design tools for our ambitious AAA scifi game using our proprietary Star Engine.
As a key member of our UI team youll assist the Technical UI Director in shaping the future of our custom UI framework motion graphics systems and design tools within Star Engine. This highlevel role requires a unique blend of technical expertise creative design skills and the ability to develop intuitive tools that empower UI designers to bring their visions to life.
Founded in 2012 Cloud Imperium Games creates cuttingedge videogames that defy expectations. Were currently developing Star Citizen a recordbreaking multiplayer online space sim and Squadron 42 a cinematic singleplayer adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history.
We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the Best Space Sim Ever.
For more information about life at Cloud Imperium Games check this out does a Senior Principal UI Programmer at CIG do
- Work closely with the Technical UI Director to evolve our custom UI framework motion graphics systems and design tools within Star Engine.
- Design and implement advanced animated UI systems tailored for our scifi games futuristic aesthetic.
- Create fluid responsive motion graphics for game menus HUDs and ingame interfaces.
- Develop and maintain robust userfriendly tools for UI designers to streamline their workflow and enhance productivity.
- Collaborate with designers and artists to understand their needs and create tools that support their creative process.
- Implement realtime preview and iteration capabilities within the UI design tools.
- Contribute to the architectural decisions and technical direction of UI development motion graphics and design tools.
- Optimize performance of animated UI elements and ensure efficient integration with the design toolchain.
- Mentor junior team members in UI animation techniques tool development and best practices.
- Drive innovation in UI technology motion design and designer tools to enhance our scifi games development process and final product.
What do we expect from our Senior Principal UI Programmers
- Demonstrable experience of UI engine programming experience in the games industry with a strong focus on motion graphics and tool development.
- Expert knowledge of UI architectures animation systems motion design principles and tool development.
- Strong programming skills in C and experience with animation frameworks and tool development technologies.
- Proficiency with motion graphics software and ability to implement designs programmatically.
- Experience developing and maintaining custom UI design and animation tools.
- Demonstrated ability to understand designer workflows and translate them into efficient tools.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with leadership designers and crossfunctional teams.
If youre passionate about creating cuttingedge animated UI and empowering designers with innovative tools for science fiction gaming we want to hear from you! Join us in bringing the next generation of dynamic immersive scifi game interfaces to life and revolutionizing our UI design process with our groundbreaking Star Engine.
Diversity Statement
CIG is a global company staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds lifestyles and perspectives. Together we are creating a space where authentic recognition appreciation and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it and its our differences that make it special.
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If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic overachievers youll enjoy your career with us!
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
