Lead UI Artist (Unreal Engine 5)

EPAM Systems, Inc.; Colombia; A distancia; COP 108.000.000 - 144.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Upskilling & certification courses

LinkedIn Learning access

Global career opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

EPAM Systems, Inc. seeks a Lead UI Artist to own the game UI look and feel from high‑fidelity design through ship‑quality Unreal Engine 5 implementation. You will bridge visual design and tech art to deliver performant, accessible, and localization‑ready UI across platforms.

You will transform UX wireframes into mockups, prototypes, and style guides, and craft menus, HUDs, icons, and UI motion that support gameplay clarity. Join a global team delivering premier UI experiences.

Formación

• 5+ years as a UI Artist or similar in games.
• Led UI visuals from concept to ship.
• Strong portfolio in UI/UX for games and iconography.
• Experience building UI themes or design systems.
• Expert in Figma and UI style guides.

Responsabilidades

• Own the end-to-end UI visual direction for a consistent look and feel.
• Turn UX wireframes into high-fidelity mockups, design systems, and style guides.
• Deliver UI art in Unreal Editor using UMG, widget animations, and materials.
• Craft menus, HUD elements, icons, and UI motion to support gameplay clarity.
• Create UI materials/shaders and 2D/animated effects aligned to the UI theme.
• Develop basic Blueprint logic to support UI behavior and feedback.
• Optimize UI assets for PC, console, and mobile without quality loss.
• Ensure accessibility and localization readiness across screens/languages.
• Maintain UI asset libraries, reusable components, and team documentation.
• Collaborate with design/engineering to align visuals with UX and tech limits.

Conocimientos

Unreal Engine 5

UI/UX design

Leadership

Figma

Typography & layout

Shaders & materials

Blueprint basics

Cross-functional collaboration

UI animation

Herramientas

UMG

Slate

Material Editor

Unreal Editor

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking a Lead UI Artist to take ownership of the game UI's look and feel, from high-fidelity design through ship-quality implementation in Unreal Engine 5. You'll bridge visual design and tech art to deliver performant, accessible, and localization-ready UI across platforms. Apply to help elevate UI quality!ResponsibilitiesDrive the end-to-end UI visual direction to ensure a consistent look and feelTransform UX wireframes into high-fidelity mockups, prototypes, design systems, and style guidesDeliver final UI art in Unreal Editor using UMG, widget animations, and materialsCraft game menus, HUD elements, iconography, and UI motion that support gameplay clarityCreate UI materials and shaders, plus 2D or animated effects aligned to the UI themeDevelop basic Blueprint logic to support UI behavior and visual feedbackOptimize UI assets for PC, console, and mobile without compromising qualityEnsure UI supports accessibility and localization readiness across screens and languagesMaintain UI asset libraries, reusable components, and documentation for the teamPartner with game design and engineering to align visuals with UX and technical constraintsAssess UI implementation quality and drive improvements through iteration and polishRequirements5+ years of professional background in a UI Artist role or a closely related art discipline, ideally within gamesMinimum 1 year of relevant leadership experienceHands-on expertise in Unreal Engine 5 for building and theming UI (UMG, Slate, Material Editor)Strong portfolio showcasing UI/UX visual design, texturing, and iconographyDemonstrated ownership of a UI theme or visual system from concept through final implementationExpert proficiency in Figma and UI style guide creationSolid understanding of UI materials and shaders for game engines or equivalent 3D/FX toolsKnowledge of texture optimization, atlasing, and real-time UI performance considerationsSharp eye for typography, layout, composition, and visual hierarchyCollaboration skills with the capability to work cross-functionally with design and engineeringHigh ownership mindset with meticulous attention to detail and comfort with ambiguityCommunication skills to explain visual and technical trade-offs clearlyExcellent command of written and spoken English (B2+ level)Nice to haveSkills in Niagara for UI-driven visual effectsFamiliarity with responsive or adaptive UI across multiple platforms and resolutionsBackground in branding or motion graphicsExpertise in integrating or collaborating with AI assistants in creative or production workflowsUnderstanding of gaming UI trends and usability patternsWe offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedInEPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.