Director of UI Programming

PROGRAMMING - GAMES

What We Do

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

What You'll Do

Epic Games is seeking an experienced Director of UI Programming to lead Fortnite’s HUD and Touch Input teams. Ideal candidates will have experience leading a large programming organization and a specialization in UI & Touch Input development. We have a philosophy of incorporating creativity and innovation with the goal of continually transforming the game. This role will help shape the vision of Fortnite’s technical future.

In this role, you will

• Understand the technical requirements needed for Fortnite’s success
• Own the roadmap for Fortnite’s future HUD and Touch Input development
• Drive strategic vision for team organization and evolution
• Set your team’s vision, empowering them and holding them accountable
• Set responsibilities & expectations for your team
• Partner with other key leaders across the Fortnite team and throughout the company
• Collaborate closely with members of the Design, UX/UI, Art, Mobile, and other teams

What we're looking for

• Experience shipping a AAA product with live services in a leadership-based position
• Expertise in UI and Touch Input development
• Strong programming background, with an advanced understanding of software architecture, design principles, data structures, and algorithms
• Critical skills for evaluation of programmers on their team - what does good look like?
• Great communication skills, verbal and written, with experience working in a fast-paced environment with cross-disciplinary teams
• Advanced knowledge of C++
• Experience working with Unreal Engine
• Familiarity with Unreal Editor for Fortnite & Verse is a bonus

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

We pay 100% for benefits for both employees and dependents and offer coverage for supplemental medical, dental, vision, critical illness, telemedicine, Life and AD&D, long term disability insurance as well as weekly indemnity (short term disability) and a retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match. In addition to the EAP (employee assistance program), we also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.