WHAT SKILLS WILL YOU USE:

• A minimum of one year of experience in the gaming industry, focusing on UI or a related field
• Strong coding abilities supported by a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or commensurate professional experience
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Lua, C#, or similar
• Proven expertise with game heads-up display (HUD), navigation interfaces, inventory systems, and other player progression systems
• Ability to work independently, manage workloads effectively, and meet project deadlines
• Exceptional communication and teamwork skills, crucial for integrating into Naughty Dog’s creative team environment

BONUS SKILLS:

• Experience with developing interfaces for gaming controllers
• Competence in implementing UI animations to enrich user interactions
• Familiarity with Photoshop and Illustrator for UI design tasks
• Experience with C++
  As part of the Naughty Dog application process, candidates should expect to be given a technical interview
  

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• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, including art, design, programming, and sound, to realize and implement sophisticated UI elements, ensuring they align with Naughty Dog’s high standards of narrative and visual storytelling
• Design, maintain, and debug UI global systems to ensure consistency and functionality across our game environments
• Integrate assets, execute functionality, and conduct thorough testing of UI components to uphold the quality and polish Naughty Dog games are known for
• Engage in technical problem-solving to optimize UI performance, improving the overall user experience
• Contribute to establishing and optimizing our UI tools pipeline, enhancing development efficiency and creativity
• Work hand-in-hand with the QA team to develop robust UI test cases, ensuring a detailed user interface that complements the player’s journey
• Collaborate with UI teammates, artists, and game designers to design systems that resolve complex user-experience challenges, pushing the boundaries of interactive entertainment