Simplify Logo

Full-Time

Senior UI Technical Designer

Posted on 9/12/2024

Epic Games

Epic Games

5,001-10,000 employees

Develops games and provides development tools

Hardware
Industrial & Manufacturing
VR & AR
Consumer Software
Design
Real Estate
Education
Consumer Goods
Entertainment
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$169.8k - $232.3kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Bellevue, WA, USA

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
Agile
UI/UX Design
Communications
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Photoshop
Unity
Requirements
  • 7+ years of experience working collaboratively to see complex UI features through to completion across multiple platforms (Mobile, PC, Consoles)
  • 7+ years of experience working in Agile environments and on multi-disciplinary teams
  • 2+ years of experience shipping updates and new features to a user base on a regular cadence
  • Expertise in basic vector math ("Game math"), game systems, and basic programming principles
  • Professional experience using Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator is a plus), game engine experience (Unreal 4 or 5, custom engine, Unity, Lumberyard, Snowdrop, etc.), and game industry 3D-package experience (3D Studio, Maya, etc.)
  • Experience delivering pixel-perfect UI in engine and leveling up the design and motion graphics experience in ways designers didn’t think of
  • Logical problem solver who pays a lot of attention to detail and has excellent written and communication skills
  • Proactive individual who naturally leans into owning outcomes from start to finish while also being able to deal with ambiguity in an ever-changing environment
  • Ability to translate communication across departments (i.e talk to programming about visual design needs, summarize technical issues, etc), but also have empathy for non-technical team members and the ability to empower others on your team
Responsibilities
  • Layout wireframes with appropriate widget classes so visual designers can begin styling
  • Rapidly prototype designs made by the Visual & UX Designers
  • Work with UX & Visual Design to identify needs and communicate the technical requirements of those needs to programmers
  • Work with UX to ensure UI player input is correctly mapped, responsive, and has appropriate game feel
  • Increase UI performance by ensuring colleagues follow best practices and that UI assets are within memory constraints
  • Able to profile performance without programming help at senior levels and debug blueprints/UMG issues quickly using fault isolation techniques
  • Implement blueprint logic when presentation logic calls for it. Assist Visual Designers where necessary to implement special presentation behavior. Consult with UI Programmers on what logic will be in blueprints vs native code

Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games like "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on platforms such as iOS, Android, and PC. The company also provides Epic Online Services, which offer tools for other developers to manage and scale their games, including backend support and online multiplayer features. Unlike many competitors, Epic Games shares its technology, such as the Unreal Engine, which is widely used in the industry. The goal of Epic Games is to enhance gaming experiences for players while empowering developers with the necessary tools and support.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$15.4B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

34%
Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Epic Games' continuous innovation, such as the introduction of new game modes like 'Fortnite Reload,' keeps the gaming experience fresh and engaging for users.
  • Strategic partnerships, like the one with AWS for the Women Creators Program, highlight Epic Games' commitment to diversity and industry leadership.
  • The company's multifaceted revenue streams, including game sales, in-game purchases, and licensing fees from Unreal Engine, provide financial stability and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The ongoing legal battle with Apple could hinder Epic Games' expansion plans and create financial and operational uncertainties.
  • The highly competitive gaming market requires constant innovation and successful new releases, which can be challenging to sustain.

What makes Epic Games unique

  • Epic Games leverages its highly popular titles like 'Fortnite' to create a strong brand presence and loyal user base, unlike many competitors who struggle to maintain consistent hits.
  • The Unreal Engine, a powerful and widely-used game development tool, sets Epic Games apart by providing a robust platform for other developers, creating an ecosystem that extends beyond their own games.
  • Epic Online Services offers comprehensive backend support and multiplayer capabilities, making it easier for developers to scale their games, a service not commonly provided by other game developers.

Benefits

Health coverage - 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 and profit share

Robust mental well-being programs & free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents

Unlimited PTO & sick time

Paid sabbatical