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Technical Experience Designer (Apex Legends)

Technical Experience Designer, Respawn Wisconsin

Founded in 2010 by the original creators of the Call of Duty Franchise, Respawn was created with the philosophy that when accomplished people have creative freedom, they'll make extraordinary games that achieve the unexpected. From our roots as an indie studio to joining the roster of studios at Electronic Arts, this remains our guiding principle. We love what we do and want to share our passion with players worldwide. Our shipped titles include critically acclaimed multi-platform games Apex Legends, Titanfall, Titanfall 2, Star Wars™ Jedi: Fallen Order and Medal of Honor: Above and Beyond. Join us for the opportunity to create groundbreaking games with some of the best developer talent in the industry.

You can learn more about our studio and values at respawn.com/studio.

Apex Legends is looking for a Technical Experience Designer to join us in expanding the Apex Universe at our growing location in Madison, Wisconsin. Reporting to the Lead Technical Experience Designer, you will work in a team to help prototype, implement and debug player-facing UI features in Apex Legends.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the UI team to help implement player-facing features that align with gameplay goals and accessibility standards
• Manage all aspects of UI script implementation, including: logic, data structure, and layout
• Work with UX designers and UI artists to stand up prototypes and implement pixel-perfect layout and animation
• Refine features based on feedback, design requirements, and creative direction
• Work with producers and directors to estimate and prioritize work, and to help coordinate collaboration across departments
• Work with UI engineers to help inform direction of tools and engine capabilities

Requirements:

• 2+ years of professional game development experience
• Experience with scripting languages (such as Lua, Python, JavaScript, or similar)
• Experience with UI/UX
• A collaborative and inclusive attitude - listen, ask questions, and learn
• An understanding of UX principles, layout, motion, and visual fidelity
• Located near or willing to relocate near Madison, WI

Nice To Have:

• Experience with C++
• Experience with large code bases
• Experience with UI frameworks: UMG, Unity UI, Coherent, Scaleform, ImGui, WPF, Qt
• Experience working in a multiplayer live service environment
• Interest in accessibility and developing inclusive player experiences

If all this excites you, then we want to talk to you. Don't let doubt deter you! We are an equal opportunity team excited about our next journey. Please submit your resume to apply. We will get back to you once we have a chance to review.