Full-Time

Lead UX Designer

Posted on 9/12/2024

Epic Games

Epic Games

10,001+ employees

Develops games and provides development tools

Consumer Software
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$174k - $238kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Open to multiple locations in North America, including Washington.

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
Interaction Design
Agile
UI/UX Design
Unreal Engine
Figma
Information Architecture
Requirements
  • 7+ years of experience working collaboratively to design features and complex UX systems through to completion across multiple platforms (Mobile, PC, Consoles)
  • 7+ years of experience working in Agile environments and on multi-disciplinary teams
  • 2-4 years of experience managing a team of 1-4 people or equivalent training
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and at least 5+ years of experience presenting to other team members and stakeholders
  • Service-oriented, empathetic, and compassionate leader
  • Skilled with Figma, the Adobe Suite, and prototyping software
  • Strong online portfolio demonstrating user-centered design solutions with strong visual direction and interaction design
  • Passion for making and playing games and a strong sense of player empathy
  • Proactive individual who naturally leans into owning outcomes, and able to deal with ambiguity well and quickly adapt to changes of plan
  • Bonus points: Worked on or shipped 2+ AAA game titles
  • Bonus points: Experience working in Unreal Engine
  • Bonus points: A degree in related fields (Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Psychology, Interaction Design, etc)
Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of UXUI developers (2-4) working on Fortnite Battle Royale Quest systems, and roll up your sleeves and tackle UX design work as well
  • Work with Game Designers to translate goals and constraints into compelling user-facing experiences
  • Collaborate with other UXUI leads to ensure great communication and build strong cross-team relationships
  • Present and pitch designs to Product Managers, Developers, and Stakeholders
  • Produce UX design work such as competitive analysis, information architecture, content strategy, user stories, journey mapping, and accessibility standards
  • Work collaboratively across multiple teams within Fortnite to create consistency and resolve design discrepancies
  • Build flexible design systems that enhance our ability to design more efficiently and consistently

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

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$8.4B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

21%

2 year growth

35%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Epic Games benefits from the trend of increased cross-platform play in gaming.
  • The rise of user-generated content platforms enhances player engagement for Epic Games.
  • Cloud gaming's growth allows Epic Games to reach more players without high-end hardware.

What critics are saying

  • Epic Games faces financial risks from the FTC's $72 million refund settlement.
  • Ongoing legal battles with Google could impact Epic Games' market position.
  • FTC scrutiny over 'dark patterns' may hinder Epic Games' innovation efforts.

What makes Epic Games unique

  • Epic Games offers Unreal Engine, a leading game development tool for developers.
  • The company excels in cross-platform play, enhancing player accessibility and engagement.
  • Epic Games supports developers with Epic Online Services, providing essential game management tools.

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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

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