Technical UX Designer

Company Description

Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.
By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses.
From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters.

Endava Games is a pioneering force in the video game industry, dedicated to developing some of the biggest titles in the market. Our mission is to break down barriers in game development, making cutting-edge technology accessible to all developers, regardless of their size.

We are dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our global team values different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, creating an environment where everyone thrives. We actively recruit and support underrepresented groups in gaming, including women, non-binary individuals, and those from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds. We prioritize accessibility through flexible schedules and resources for individuals with disabilities, shaping a future of game development for all. 

100% remote position, working with an international team on AAA games.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled game developer to join our international team in collaboration with our client on an unannounced AAA game built on their in-house engine, Frostbite. The role requires a solid engineering background with experience, or strong interest, in UI/UX design and implementation. 
Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with other Technical UX Designers and engineers across Endava and our client/co-developing team. 
• Write maintainable, high-quality code using Frostbite's visual scripting language (similar to Unreal Engine's Blueprint) to implement user interface logic and ensure seamless data integration with backend systems.
• Create functional UI elements within the Frostbite editor, utilizing the entity component system (similar to Unity's interface and workflow).
• Work with Engineering and Project Management to review UI features, assess scope, and estimate the development of new features. 
• Deliver high-quality assets with close attention to visual detail.

Qualifications

• Two to four years experience in game development or a closely related industry in a technically-oriented design or engineering role.
• Ability to debug technical issues effectively and document both the issues and resolutions. 
• Ability to concisely and transparently communicate updates and resolutions to team members, customers, and stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of computer science fundamentals, including Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), algorithms and data structures.
• Strong grasp of UI/UX principals and proficiency in implementing and optimizing assets to meet engine requirements.

Preferred Skills:

• Professional experience with Unreal (UMG, blueprint) or Unity (NGUI, UGUI, visual scripting).
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics.
• Proficiency with Figma and Adobe Suite.

Portfolio Requirements

• Examples of UI/UX design work from professional, personal or community projects, or equivalent contributions are encouraged. 

Additional Information

Discover some of the global benefits that empower our people to become the best version of themselves:

• Finance: Competitive salary package, share plan, company performance bonuses, value-based recognition awards, referral bonus;
• Career Development: Career coaching, global career opportunities, non-linear career paths, internal development programmes for management and technical leadership;
• Learning Opportunities: Complex projects, rotations, internal tech communities, training, certifications, coaching, online learning platforms subscriptions, pass-it-on sessions, workshops, conferences;
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work and flexible working hours, employee assistance programme;
• Health: Global internal wellbeing programme, access to wellbeing apps;
• Community: Global internal tech communities, hobby clubs and interest groups, inclusion and diversity programmes, events and celebrations.