Job Title:Senior UI Engineer - Sledgehammer GamesRequisition ID:R026414:Your PlatformSledgehammer Games is looking for talented developers to join us as a member of our Toronto team. This group will partner with our global teams in Toronto, Canada and Melbourne, Australia in the creation of epic content for some of the biggest games in the world. This is an opportunity to work with a strong AAA team, adding new skills to your armory while gaining the unique satisfaction that comes from building something new. Join us in our quest to maintain and improve a healthy and inspiring studio culture! The studio is navigating its second decade of game development, focused on constant evolution, innovation and qualified risk-taking – which are some of the most rewarding aspects of game development. With world-class content production and engineering teams, we’ve been able to achieve some of the highest-quality game execution of any studio in the industry. We love what we do and work hard to make sure that each new game we make is even better than the last. Creativity is key, and we’re looking for talented game developers for our exciting new projects. Sledgehammer Games is part of the Activision family and is wholly owned by Microsoft. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at www.sledgehammergames.com or search for Sledgehammer Games on your favorite social media platform. Your MissionOur engineering team in Toronto is growing! As a Senior UI Engineer you will be actively coding and engineering UI screens for various aspects of the game. You will need to possess practical knowledge of LUA scripting language with the ability to implement content into the game engine. Qualified candidates will need to have a strong background in engineering human graphical interfaces and have a well-rounded understanding of user experiences applicable to console games. Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:Developing, modifying, and debugging UI software in script and C/C++Deploying, evaluating performance, optimizing and testing UI software on PC and console platformsWork closely with UX Designers, UI Artists, UI Technical Designers and UI and other Engineers to create an exceptional overall user experienceCollaborating with other internal departments (art, design, audio, QA, etc)Co-develop and collaborating with other Activision studiosDetailing software and features for internal and external engineering teamsParticipating in scheduling, design, performance and code review processPlayer ProfileMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in a Computer Science, Engineering, or Math related fieldShipped at least one game title5+ years of experience working in the game industryShowed strength in and knowledge of C/C++, data structures, performance, and multi-threaded programming techniques.Scripting Language experience (LUA or C#, Python, etc.)Validated ability to collaborate, coordinate, communicate and support other team membersComprehensive understanding of object-oriented programmingCreative, motivated, focused, passionateDemonstrated ability to write efficient, clean, readable, portable, and reliable codePassion for gamesExtra Points:Interest in UX designBackground in LUA programmingOur World At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences. We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization. We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up. Ready to Activate Your Future? The video game industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners. Sledgehammer Games is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.