Senior UI Programmer

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar Toronto is on the lookout for talented Senior UI Programmer who possesses a passion for creating world class user interfaces that help form the connection between the player and our games.

This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar's unique game development studio in Oakville, ON.

What We Do

• The UI Team at Rockstar is a diverse, multinational team made up of programmers and developers from across our studios.
• Working together across time zones we use our industry-leading, in-house proprietary "RAGE" engine to produce the User Interface features that form the connection between the player and our games.
• We develop our own UI tools, editors and technologies to let our UI developers realise the creative vision of the projects we work on while constantly striving for excellence to produce the seamless UI experience our millions of players expect.

Responsibilities

• As a Senior UI programmer, you will be given full responsibility for key tools, technologies and game features.
• Identifying requirements and design work all the way through to implementation and final delivery.
• Coordinating with a variety of teams to deliver your goals, setting an example of excellence to other members of the team in the code you produce, your communications and conduct.
• Regularly in communication with your lead and the production department, providing updates and time estimates for your areas of responsibility.
• Assist other team members with their work, take ownership and responsibility for any critical issue that arises in your time zone to facilitate a quick resolution.
• Being a key team member, you will participate in code reviews and discussions, allowing you to contribute your technical expertise.

Requirements

• A degree in software engineering, mathematics or computer science, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years' experience in game development.
• An expert in C++ and low-level, high-performance coding.
• Comfortable with a wide range of code design patterns including OOP, MVVM and MVC programming.
• Fully experienced with the programming challenges related to UI development.
• Familiar with all tools used in day to day game development (Bug tracking software, communication tools, version control software etc).
• Familiar with the tools and SDKs of all major consoles.

PLUSES
Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• In-depth familiarity with Rockstar products.
• Adept at C#.
• 2+ published AAA console titles.

How To Apply
Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities (or on the basis of any other protected ground under human rights legislation) during the recruitment process, as well as to any Rockstar employees in order for them to perform the essential functions of their roles. Rockstar will comply with its obligations under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and will provide accommodations as long as such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship on Rockstar. If you need more information about Rockstar's accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.

If you've got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.