Lead UI Engineer

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. Ep