Software Development Engineer Video Game UI C++

Job Description

The team behind Gears of War is searching for a UI Software Engineer to help bring our next AAA, next-generation user experience to life! We work primarily in C++, using Unreal Engine 5. Our UI content is authored using Unreal Motion Graphics (UMG), a state‑of‑the‑art UI framework, giving us the power to make our UI a best‑in‑class showpiece for Xbox and Windows games.

In this role you will architect and build the systems that allow our artists and designers to shine, with a focus on performance and iteration speed.

The UI team at The Coalition is uniquely poised to have a huge impact on our projects. We are often the driving force behind large features, both in the frontend and in gameplay. We are a diverse set of developers with backgrounds in web, VR, mobile, and games (both competitive and casual) brought together by a shared passion for delivering unparalleled user experiences.

• Architect and develop UI systems using C++ and Unreal Engine 5.
• Build and maintain UMG widgets and UI frameworks for Xbox and Windows platforms.
• Collaborate with artists, designers, and other engineers to deliver high‑performance UI with rapid iteration.
• Drive performance optimizations and ensure smooth user experiences.

Required

• Software engineering experience in video‑game development, proficient in C++.
• BSc degree or equivalent experience/education.

Preferred

• Shipped professional game projects.
• Experience using Unreal Engine and Unreal Motion Graphics.
• Built UI for games.
• Obsessed with the player experience.

The Coalition is a flagship first‑party studio within Xbox Game Studios and the home to one of gaming’s most critically and commercially acclaimed series, Gears of War. We are a group of diverse and talented individuals working for a common purpose to push the limits of Microsoft’s entertainment platform and devices. We lead from our values and work together to promote respect and inclusion, a growth mindset and grit, all while putting our team first.

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