[Ascendi]

Title: Game UI Programmer
Skills: C++, Lua Scripting

Date: 4-19-2007
Location: San Diego, CA

Tax term: Contract
Pay rate: $40-50/hr
Length: 6-12 months


Job description:
Do you excel at creating intuitive UI's and HUD's?
Are you a solid C++ developer with heavy scripting experience with Lua / Python?
If so we're looking for a creative problem solver to join our team of NextGen programmers to work on the 3D UI development for an upcoming Playstation 3 (PS3) console video game (title disclosed during interview).



Responsibilities:
This person will assist the lead front-end programmer in developing front-end and in-game user interfaces. Screen layout and interactivity is done through an authoring tool, run-time engine and scripting to data-drive the UI presentation. This person will be responsible for developing the front-end game logic and screen behavior in C++ and Lua scripting. They will be tasked to improve existing features and take on and create new UI features from design specifications.

Qualifications:
*B.S. degree in computer science, math, etc., or equivalent experience.
*One year or more experience is preferred though will consider entry level candidates.
*C/C++ and Lua scripting required.
*Experience with 2D graphics, linear algebra, 3D graphics is a plus.
*Preference for individuals with user interface design experience.
*Direct experience developing game console is helpful.
*Knowledge of Anark GameFace SDK is highly desirable.
* Prior experience with PS1, PS2, XBox, or XBox 360 is a plus.
* Experience with online gaming / gameplay is a plus.

This initially a 6-month contract with a high probability of extension or permanent placement.

Pay rate is $40-50/hr Based on Exp.

To Apply:
- Send your resume directly to Tommy Ryan - tryan@ascendientertainment.com
- Be sure to include "UI Programmer" in the subject line