Senior Tech Designer - 3D UI Interfaces (Unreal Engine 5 / Sports) Job at Refactor Games, Santa Monica, CA

Q1BmRldab0x6WmR1dGI5cnU2dkZsWkhQeEE9PQ==
  • Refactor Games
  • Santa Monica, CA

Job Description

Refactor Games is a AAA sports video game studio . We are developing the next generation of professional football (soccer) video games using Unreal Engine 5 . We’re looking for a Senior Technical Designer who can own the visual interaction layer between the player and the pitch—especially in high-stakes moments like Free Kicks, Goal Kicks, and Penalties.

This role focuses on building real-time, 3D user interfaces that blend diegetic input controls, camera framing, and gameplay systems. You’ll prototype, design, and tune the user-facing layers of our set piece systems to feel intuitive, tactile, and deeply responsive.

You'll Work On:

  • 3D aim and trajectory interfaces for Free Kicks, Goal Kicks, Penalties, and Throw-Ins
  • Interactive ball placement and camera-assisted targeting tools
  • Dynamic shot power bars, curve indicators, swerve + dip visualizers
  • Input-driven UI systems that respond to stick flicks, button holds, and gestures
  • Integration of interface feedback (reticles, indicators, meters) with physical outcomes
  • Seamless transitions between gameplay and interface modes
  • Prototyping and scripting of systems using UE5 Blueprints and UMG, with C++ hooks

Requirements:

  • 4+ years in technical design or gameplay/UI scripting roles
  • Deep experience with Unreal Engine 5, including UMG, Blueprints, and input systems
  • Understanding of spline tools, camera systems, and spatial UI in 3D space
  • Proven ability to design and implement user interaction systems that feel good
  • Strong communicator who can prototype quickly and work closely with UX, code, and animation

Bonus Points:

  • Shipped a sports game or worked on complex interaction systems (aiming, targeting, or skill input)
  • Experience designing tactile input loops (e.g. analog stick control schemes)
  • Deep knowledge of soccer and what makes a free kick interface feel right under pressure

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

State Farm

Customer Service State Farm $20 an hour + bonus! Job at State Farm

 ...Applicant will be working in a fast-paced State Farm Agency. We are looking for someone who can handle a multitude of different jobs. This is a great opportunity for a highly motivated, multi-tasking individual who enjoys serving the public! Benefits: ~$20/hour +... 

YASH Technologies

POWER PLATFORM DevelOper Job at YASH Technologies

 ...Key Responsibilities: Design and build custom business applications using Power Apps (Canvas and Model-driven apps). Develop and optimize workflows using Power Automate to streamline business processes. Create and maintain normalized data models in... 

Tata Electronics

Office Manager Job at Tata Electronics

 ...-day operations of our Santa Clara office. This individual will be responsible for managing administrative functions, employee experience, facility operations, and site security. The ideal candidate will wear multiple hats, ensuring the workplace runs smoothly, remains... 

TestTakers

SAT and academic Tutor Job at TestTakers

 ...SAT and academic tutors wanted! We tutor at an attractive Manhasset office by the train station and at a college near Syosset. Great training and a collaborative team environment! $45/hr. Join the most professional tutoring team in New York. If you're bright, energetic... 

Knot

Senior Full Stack Engineer Job at Knot

About the job About Knot Knots mission is to empower consumers and businesses alike with connected merchant and banking experiences. Knot is like Plaid for merchant connectivity. We are building the platform connecting merchants to the many applications that consumers...