Lead UI Engineer Job at CD PROJEKT RED in Boston

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Lead UI Engineer to join our office in Boston to work on Project Sirius, a multiplayer game set in the Witcher universe. In this role, you will lead the Sirius Team responsible for implementing and maintaining user interface features for the game.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Manage your direct reports and support their professional development and career path. Including setting up 1:1s, performance management, hiring and promotions.
• Work closely with designers, artists and other developers to understand their needs and ensure that your team is aligned with everyone to deliver on the expectations.
• Guiding your team to build and enhance UI features.
• Maintenance and optimization of existing systems.
• Creating new features for the user interface framework.
• Implementing tools for UI artists and designers.
• Tracking and fixing bugs in game user interface and user interface framework.
• Managing and completing tasks effectively and on time, while creating high quality code.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of professional experience as a UI programmer/engineer within the games industry.
• 3+ years of leadership experience.
• Understanding player needs in terms of successful user interface of modern video games.
• Ability to build user interface in a way that is accessible to everyone.
• Strong proficiency in C++ programming and knowledge of Unreal Engine.
• Proficiency in algorithms and code architecture.
• Debugging and optimization skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently when required.
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively and respectfully in a multicultural and multilingual environment across time zones is essential.

Nice to have:

• Experience working with Common UI in Unreal.

Additional Information

This job requires working in Boston, US. Working mode: in-office, full-time capacity.

Health & Well-being

• Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
• Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
• No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
• 401K with employer matching.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

• Flexible working hours.
• Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
• Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.