Intermediate/Senior UI Software Engineer (Bedrock Engine) - Remote

Overview

Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects, which encompass world-class IPs as well as our own creations across multiple genres.

In Short

• Design, implement, and maintain UI features using C++, React, and Typescript on the Bedrock Engine.
• Profile and optimize performance for mobile-class hardware and console targets.
• Ensure robust UI rendering and localization within the engine’s rendering pipeline.
• Build responsive input handling and champion accessibility in UI design.
• Collaborate with service and content teams for data-driven menus and event surfacing.
• Integrate UI that complies with platform guidelines for various consoles and devices.
• Improve UI authoring workflows and content validation processes.
• Act as a technical point-of-contact for UI, reviewing code and mentoring team members.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in React, Typescript, and C++ game/UI engineering.
• Experience with engine-level UI systems and performance optimization.
• Understanding of text and localization pipelines.
• Clear communication skills across disciplines and ownership of the development process.
• Familiarity with Git and CI tools like Jenkins or TeamCity.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements including remote work within Canada.
• Four-day work week implemented in the studio.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Work on a variety of projects across multiple genres.
• Collaborative and creative work environment.