Lead UI Engineer

Epic Games; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision

Unlimited PTO and sick time

401k with competitive match

Robust mental well-being program

Paid sabbatical after 7 years

Job summary

Epic Games is seeking a Lead UI Engineer in Cary, North Carolina to enhance player experiences in Rocket League. You will mentor UI engineers, deliver core UI functionality, and propose architectural solutions for game features.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in game development, including experience with AAA titles, excellent communication skills, and a passion for innovative problem-solving. Epic offers extensive benefits including full medical coverage, unlimited PTO, and a robust mental well-being program.

Qualifications

• Experience developing games professionally and shipping AAA titles.
• Experience leading a team of engineers within shipped AAA titles.
• Strong analytical abilities and creative problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach a team of UI engineers.
• Distill high-level feature requests into actionable work items.
• Lead the vision for different systems and features.

Skills

C++

UI development

Mobile development

Game development

Team leadership

Creative problem-solving

Communication skills

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Job description

WHAT MAKES US EPIC?

At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.

Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.

ENGINEERING - GAMES

What We Do

Unreal projects have been leading the pack of real-time entertainment with our constantly growing team of engineering experts. We’re always improving on the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.

What You'll Do

We're looking for a Lead UI Engineer who is passionate about games and well-versed in C++, UI development, and mobile development. In this role, you will be responsible for core UI features and for supporting collaborative development among programmers, designers, and artists to deliver cutting‑edge features that enhance player experiences across Rocket League. You will have opportunities to work on various initiatives, get hands‑on with cutting‑edge technologies, and work with talented internal and external teams, all while building impactful experiences from concept to delivery.

In this role, you will

• Mentor and coach a team of UI engineers and be the primary hub of communication and information for other disciplines
• Distill high‑level feature requests into meaningful, actionable work items and delegate effectively to the team
• Deliver core UI functionality and systems efficiently and on time, and speak up when the team is over‑ or under‑scoped
• Lead the vision for different systems, features, and be ready to jump in and write code when necessary
• Propose and review architecture, systems, and technical approaches to ensure that they satisfy requirements and promote a healthy codebase
• Work closely with art and design leads to ensure that UI meets aesthetic and functional requirements
• Work closely with other engineering disciplines to integrate backend systems in support of the player experience

What we're looking for

• Experience developing games professionally and shipping AAA titles (on multiple platforms preferred)
• Experience leading a team of engineers within shipped AAA titles
• Strong C++ skills and the ability to code and architect systems and tools
• Strong analytical abilities with creative problem‑solving skills, excelling in thinking innovatively and finding unique solutions
• Experience working on a live service game
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong teamwork and cross‑disciplinary collaboration skills, including the ability to deliver and respond to constructive feedback

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well‑being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company‑wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

ABOUT US

Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award‑winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award‑winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high‑fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world‑class talent.

Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!

Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.

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