Lead UI Artist (Unreal Engine 5)

EPAM Systems; México; On-site; MXN 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Learning & development

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. in Mexico seeks a Lead UI Artist to own the game UI visuals from high‑fidelity design through ship‑quality Unreal Engine 5 delivery.

You will connect visual design with tech art to deliver performant, accessible, and localization‑ready UI across platforms. You will convert UX wireframes into high‑fidelity mockups, prototypes, style guides, and UI systems; deliver menus, HUDs, icons, and UI motion; create materials and shaders; develop UI Blueprint logic; and collaborate with

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a UI Artist or related art role in games.
• At least 1 year in a leadership or mentoring capacity.
• Strong portfolio showing UI/UX visual design, texturing and iconography.
• Own UI theme or visual system from concept to implementation.
• Experience with Unreal Engine 5 UI tools and pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end UI visual direction for consistent look and feel.
• Convert UX wireframes into high-fidelity mockups, prototypes and style guides.
• Deliver UI art in Unreal Editor using UMG, animations and materials.
• Create menus, HUD elements, icons and UI motion to support gameplay clarity.
• Develop UI materials and shaders and effects aligned with UI theme.
• Develop basic Blueprint logic to support UI behavior.
• Tune UI assets for PC, console, and mobile without quality loss.
• Ensure accessibility and localization readiness across screens and languages.
• Maintain UI asset libraries and reusable components; document for team.

Skills

Unreal Engine 5 UI

UI/UX visual design

Typography & layout

Figma

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

UMG

Slate

Material Editor

Figma

Texture atlasing

Shaders

Job description

We are seeking a Lead UI Artist to take ownership of how the game UI looks and feels, from high-fidelity design through ship-quality execution in Unreal Engine 5. You'll connect visual design with tech art to deliver performant, accessible, and localization-ready UI across platforms. Apply to help elevate the bar on UI quality!ResponsibilitiesDrive the end-to-end UI visual direction to guarantee a consistent look and feelConvert UX wireframes into high-fidelity mockups, prototypes, design systems, and style guidesDeliver final UI art in Unreal Editor with UMG, widget animations, and materialsCraft game menus, HUD elements, iconography, and UI motion that reinforce gameplay clarityCreate UI materials and shaders, along with 2D or animated effects aligned to the UI themeDevelop basic Blueprint logic that supports UI behavior and visual feedbackTune UI assets for PC, console, and mobile without compromising qualityGuarantee 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 experience as a UI Artist or in a closely related art discipline, ideally within gamesMinimum 1 year of relevant leadership experienceHands-on background in Unreal Engine 5 building and theming UI (UMG, Slate, Material Editor)Showcase of UI/UX visual design, texturing, and iconography through a strong portfolioProven ownership of a UI theme or visual system from concept through final implementationExpertise in Figma and UI style guide creationStrong understanding of UI materials and shaders for game engines or equivalent 3D/FX toolsSolid knowledge of texture optimization, atlasing, and real-time UI performance considerationsExcellent eye for typography, layout, composition, and visual hierarchySkills in collaboration with the capability to work cross-functionally with design and engineeringHigh ownership mindset with sharp 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 haveBackground in Niagara for UI-driven visual effectsFamiliarity with responsive or adaptive UI across multiple platforms and resolutionsQualifications in branding or motion graphicsProficiency 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.