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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Refactor Games is a AAA sports video game studio . We are developing the next generation of professional football (soccer) video games using Unreal Engine 5 . We’re looking for a Senior Technical Designer who can own the visual interaction layer between the player and the pitch—especially in high-stakes moments like Free Kicks, Goal Kicks, and Penalties. This role focuses on building real-time, 3D user interfaces that blend diegetic input controls, camera framing, and gameplay systems. You’ll prototype, design, and tune the user-facing layers of our set piece systems to feel intuitive, tactile, and deeply responsive. You'll Work On: 3D aim and trajectory interfaces for Free Kicks, Goal Kicks, Penalties, and Throw-Ins Interactive ball placement and camera-assisted targeting tools Dynamic shot power bars, curve indicators, swerve + dip visualizers Input-driven UI systems that respond to stick flicks, button holds, and gestures Integration of interface feedback (reticles, indicators, meters) with physical outcomes Seamless transitions between gameplay and interface modes Prototyping and scripting of systems using UE5 Blueprints and UMG, with C++ hooks Requirements: 4+ years in technical design or gameplay/UI scripting roles Deep experience with Unreal Engine 5, including UMG, Blueprints, and input systems Understanding of spline tools, camera systems, and spatial UI in 3D space Proven ability to design and implement user interaction systems that feel good Strong communicator who can prototype quickly and work closely with UX, code, and animation Bonus Points: Shipped a sports game or worked on complex interaction systems (aiming, targeting, or skill input) Experience designing tactile input loops (e.g. analog stick control schemes) Deep knowledge of soccer and what makes a free kick interface feel right under pressure Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries Computer Games Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Refactor Games by 2x Los Angeles, CA $80,000.00-$95,000.00 19 hours ago Senior Technical Artist (UI) - Unpublished R&D Product Technical Designer (Job Captain) - Workplace Interiors Sr. Manager, Technical Game Design - Unpublished R&D Product Manager, Energy Technical Design Services Commerce, CA $105,000.00-$125,000.00 1 week ago Technical Designer - Full-time or Part-time Huntington Park, CA $45.00-$50.00 6 days ago Los Angeles Metropolitan Area 3 weeks ago Commerce, CA $100,000.00-$115,000.00 3 days ago Senior Graphics/Technical Designer (Performance Equipment) Senior Technical Designer/ Pattern Maker Huntington Park, CA $90,000.00-$125,000.00 8 hours ago Los Angeles, CA $135,000.00-$194,000.00 2 weeks ago Freelance Womens Technical Designer, Soft Wovens and Dresses Los Angeles Metropolitan Area $90,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago Alhambra, CA $85,000.00-$115,000.00 3 weeks ago Los Angeles, CA $90,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago Senior Technical Designer/1st Patternmaker Los Angeles Metropolitan Area $25.00-$27.00 13 hours ago Graphics/Technical Designer (Performance Equipment) Los Angeles Metropolitan Area $25.00-$28.00 13 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr