Overview We’re hiring a creative and experienced UI Artist to help evolve and enhance our games UI. This role is perfect for someone with a strong eye for visual design, solid UI/UX fundamentals, and a passion for collaborative problem-solving in a fast-paced, iterative environment. Responsibilities As a UI Artist, you’ll work closely with the UI Art Lead, Principal UI Artist, game designers, and UI programmers to design, implement, and polish UI elements that align with our games established visual identity and adhere to its technical constraints. You'll also contribute to the evolution of the game\'s interface by helping define new visual styles where needed. Strong technical troubleshooting skills are highly valued in this role. Requirements A minimum 5 years of professional experience in UI/UX design, ideally with experience from AAA game development or equivalent A portfolio that demonstrates strong UI/UX fundamentals, screen layout, and iconography design Proven experience collaborating with UI programmers and conveying clear, actionable design feedback Proficiency in UI/UX design tools such as Adobe XD or Figma, with the ability to create wireframes, interactive prototypes, and visual layouts for in-game interfaces Advanced skills in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator Familiarity with Jira, Basecamp, and Perforce version control Experience creating game-ready UI assets optimized for performance Exceptional design problem-solving skills and the ability to learn and navigate complex systems independently Strong grasp of design principles, including color theory, layout, typography, and visual hierarchy Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable to shifting priorities and iterative workflows Strong organizational and technical troubleshooting abilities Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively give and receive constructive feedback, as well as clearly convey design concepts and ideas to internal teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment throughout the project Passion for video games and a strong interest in player experience Preferred Extras Experience with Lua scripting Knowledge of Flash animation techniques Familiarity with working in game engines Experience creating FX and materials specifically for UI Proficiency in Blender or other 3D software Background in motion design and animation principles (After Effects) Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of application. About Digital Extremes Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. Originating with the co-creation of Epic Games' multi-million unit selling Unreal franchise including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, Digital Extremes went on to develop Dark Sector, BioShock for the PlayStation3, the BioShock 2 multiplayer campaign, and The Darkness II. The studio has reached its greatest critical and commercial success with the free-to-play action game, Warframe, boasting a global community of 75 million registered players on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and iOS. The studio's most recently announced project is the much anticipated Soulframe, an open-world action-fantasy MMORPG title that is currently under development. Digital Extremes is headquartered in London, Ontario, Canada, and is proud to be selected as one of Canada\'s Top 100 Employers. For more information and exciting news related to Digital Extremes, please visit Why Work At Digital Extremes At Digital Extremes, we don’t just make games - we craft immersive worlds that inspire and connect millions of players around the globe. Our award-winning studio is home to passionate, creative, and collaborative talent who thrive in a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and respect. We offer competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to grow your career while working on beloved titles like Warframe and the highly anticipated Soulframe. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge gameplay, designing stunning art, or supporting the teams that make it all happen, you’ll be part of a studio where your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and your work leaves a lasting impact on our community. Please note, some benefits may be subject to eligibility for employees. JOIN US At Digital Extremes, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our people and the respect we show one another. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming, accessible, and supportive environment where everyone can do their best work and feel valued for who they are. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented communities and people with disabilities. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, we will work with you to ensure you have the support you need. We truly appreciate your interest in joining our team, and while we may not be able to respond to every application, we will connect directly with candidates moving forward in the process. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Digital Extremes is seeking a Senior Tools Programmer to join our team! The Senior Tools Programmer will be responsible for contributing to the tools our development team uses to create our games, both improving existing tools and concepting and implementing new editor features to assist the designers and developers. They work closely with our creative, dedicated and diverse development team. Responsibilities To play a key role in designing and implementing a suite of development tools to support next-gen games Create user-friendly applications in support of the development team Aid in Developing and maintaining a cross-platform, next-generation game engine Communicate with designers, artists and other engineers to ensure tools satisfy production needs Identify and find solutions to pipeline issues Maintain code quality and performance and extend systems to support changing design requirements over time Contribute innovative and original ideas toward all aspects of the game’s production and development Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Math or equivalent experience 4+ years game development or equivalent programming experience, with at least 1 shipped product Strong knowledge of C and C++ Good communication skills, work ethic and motivation Passion for playing and developing exceptional games Preferred Extras Strong math skills with emphasis on 3D math Experience with concurrent programming Familiarity with Perforce Familiarity with profiling tools (i.e. VTune) Knowledge of game design patterns and systems Experience in collaborating in team settings Possesses the ability and drive to contribute and advance all aspects of a game Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. Originating with the co-creation of Epic Games' multi-million unit selling Unreal franchise including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, Digital Extremes went on to develop Dark Sector, BioShock for the PlayStation3, the BioShock 2 multiplayer campaign, and The Darkness II. The studio has reached its greatest critical and commercial success with the free-to-play action game, Warframe, boasting a global community of 75 million registered players on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and iOS. The studio's most recently announced project is Soulframe, an open-world action-fantasy MMORPG title that is currently under development. Why work at Digital Extremes At Digital Extremes, we don’t just make games - we craft immersive worlds that inspire and connect millions of players around the globe. Our award-winning studio is home to passionate, creative, and collaborative talent who thrive in a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and respect. We offer competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to grow your career while working on beloved titles like Warframe and the highly anticipated Soulframe. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge gameplay, designing stunning art, or supporting the teams that make it all happen, you’ll be part of a studio where your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and your work leaves a lasting impact on our community. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming, accessible, and supportive environment where everyone can do their best work and feel valued for who they are. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented communities and people with disabilities. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, we will work with you to ensure you have the support you need. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A premier video game development studio in Ontario is seeking a Senior Graphics Programmer to develop cutting-edge 3D graphics technology. In this role, you will collaborate with a dedicated team to implement innovative rendering techniques and optimize code performance across platforms. Candidates should have expertise in C++, previous graphics experience, and passion for game development. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.
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A leading video game development studio in Ontario, Canada is seeking a Senior Tools Programmer to design and implement tools for game development. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a relevant field and 4+ years of experience in game development with strong C/C++ skills. Join a creative team passionate about crafting immersive gaming experiences and enjoy competitive compensation and benefits.
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Digital Extremes is seeking a Senior Tools Programmer to join our team! The Senior Tools Programmer will be responsible to contribute to the tools our development team uses to create our games, both improving existing tools, and concepting and implementing new editor features to assist the designers and developers. They work closely with our creative, dedicated and diverse development team. RESPONSIBILITIES To play a key role in designing and implementing a suite of development tools to support next-gen games Create user-friendly applications in support of the development team Aid in developing and maintaining a cross-platform, next-generation game engine Communicate with designers, artists, and other engineers to ensure tools satisfy production needs Identify and find solutions to pipeline issues Maintain code quality and performance, and extend systems to support changing design requirements over time Contribute innovative and original ideas toward all aspects of the game’s production and development Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Math or equivalent experience 4+ years game development or equivalent programming experience, with at least 1 shipped product Strong knowledge of C and C++ Good communication skills, work ethic and motivation Passion for playing and developing exceptional games PREFERRED EXTRAS Strong math skills with emphasis on 3D math Experience with concurrent programming Familiarity with Perforce Familiarity with profiling tools (i.e. VTune) Knowledge of game design patterns and systems Experience in collaborating in team settings Possesses the ability and drive to contribute and advance all aspects of a game Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. Originating with the co-creation of Epic Games' multi-million unit selling Unreal® franchise including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, Digital Extremes went on to develop Dark Sector®, BioShock® for the PlayStation®3, the BioShock 2 multiplayer campaign, and The Darkness® II. The studio has reached its greatest critical and commercial success with the free-to-play action game, Warframe® , boasting a global community of 75 million registered players on PC, PS4™, PS5™, Xbox One™, Xbox Series X/S™, Nintendo Switch™, and iOS™. The studio's most recently announced project is the much anticipated Soulframe®, an open‑world action‑fantasy MMORPG title that is currently under development. WHY WORK AT DIGITAL EXTREMES At Digital Extremes, we don’t just make games - we craft immersive worlds that inspire and connect millions of players around the globe. Our award‑winning studio is home to passionate, creative, and collaborative talent who thrive in a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and respect. We offer competitive compensation, industry‑leading benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to grow your career while working on beloved titles like Warframe and the highly anticipated Soulframe. Whether you’re developing cutting‑edge gameplay, designing stunning art, or supporting the teams that make it all happen, you’ll be part of a studio where your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and your work leaves a lasting impact on our community. Please note, some benefits may be subject to eligibility for employees. JOIN US At Digital Extremes, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our people and the respect we show one another. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming, accessible, and supportive environment where everyone can do their best work and feel valued for who they are. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented communities and people with disabilities. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, we will work with you to ensure you have the support you need. We truly appreciate your interest in joining our team, and while we may not be able to respond to every application, we will connect directly with candidates moving forward in the process. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Digital Extremes is seeking a Senior Graphics Programmer . You will be responsible for developing and maintaining a cutting edge 3D graphics rendering system, implementing the latest rendering techniques and pushing the visual boundaries of what we can deliver across all platforms. Our graphics programmers work closely with a creative, dedicated, and diverse development team. Responsibilities Develop and maintain code in a fast 3D game engine Implement cutting-edge technology in 3D graphics to games across platforms Collaborate with designers, artists and other engineers Contribute innovative original ideas toward all aspects of our 3D technology Maintain code performance through profiling and optimization Provide direction for the code architecture of a next-gen game engine Write clear technical design and specification documents Foster an open, collaborative team atmosphere by giving and receiving direction and feedback Participate with the production team to stay current on project scope and understanding Requirements Passion for making and playing great games Expertise in C++ Previous graphics/rendering experience Ability to implement modern rendering algorithms and familiarity with rendering techniques (volumetrics, lighting, shadows, decals, particles, reflections, PBR workflow, etc.) Strong communication skills, work ethic and motivation About Digital Extremes Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. The studio has released titles including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, Dark Sector, BioShock for PS3, BioShock 2 multiplayer, The Darkness II, and the free-to-play Warframe, with a global community of players across PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and iOS. Our most recently announced project is Soulframe, an open-world action-fantasy MMORPG currently under development. Why Work at Digital Extremes At Digital Extremes, we craft immersive worlds that inspire and connect millions of players. We offer competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to grow your career while contributing to beloved titles like Warframe and Soulframe. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge gameplay, designing stunning art, or supporting the teams that make it all happen, you’ll be part of a studio where your ideas matter and your contributions are valued. Please note that some benefits may be subject to eligibility for employees. Join Us We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming, accessible, and supportive environment where everyone can do their best work and feel valued for who they are. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented communities and people with disabilities. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, we will work with you to ensure you have the support you need. We truly appreciate your interest in joining our team, and while we may not be able to respond to every application, we will connect directly with candidates moving forward in the process. #J-18808-Ljbffr
