Lead UI Engineer
Job Summary
Job Description
- Lead and mentor UI engineers
- Proficient in C++ and Unreal Engine UMG
- Design scalable UI systems
- Integrate art assets and data
- Address localization requirements
- Experience shipping PC games with multiple input options
- Multiplayer title experience
- 100% Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
- 401k Matching
- Student Loan Repayment Plan
- Career Improvement Plan
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Generous Time Off
- Company Events
- Fully Stocked Kitchen
8 skills required
Job Details
At Turtle Rock, we make the games we want to play. We're dedicated to providing a collaborative environment where our team members feel empowered with the creative freedom to contribute and grow. While we are based in Orange County, CA, we support flexible work arrangements ranging from in-studio, hybrid, to fully remote throughout North America. Join our award-winning game development team and help create our next AAA title.
As the Lead UI Engineer, you will spearhead the design and implementation of intuitive UI systems for our video games, ranging from front-end menus to matchmaking and in-game HUDs. Working closely with our talented UI/UX team, you will iterate on designs, refine functionality based on playtest feedback, and ensure our games offer seamless user experiences. This role combines technical expertise with leadership, requiring a strong sense of design and the ability to inspire and guide your team.
Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of UI engineers, fostering growth and collaboration.
- System Architecture: Design and architect scalable and efficient UI systems.
- Integration & Support: Assist UI artists in integrating art assets and data into user interfaces.
- Localization: Address various localization requirements, including in-game text, fonts, textures, and voiceover integration.
- Optimization: Profile and tune UI systems to achieve optimal performance.
- Feedback & Growth: Conduct 1-on-1 reviews, provide both personal and technical feedback, and help team members level up their skills.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a leadership role managing and mentoring a team of engineers
- Strong proficiency in C++
- Experience with UMG in Unreal Engine 4 or 5
- Proven ability to communicate effectively and work well within a team
- Passionate gamer with a love for crafting exceptional gaming experiences
Preferences
- Prior experience shipping a PC game with multiple input options
- Previous work on multiplayer titles
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
Benefits
Some of the benefits and perks our employees get to enjoy, include:
- 100% Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage for you and your family
- 401k Matching
- Student Loan Repayment Plan / College Savings Plan
- Career Improvement Plan
- Flexible Work Arrangements - In-House, Hybrid, and Remote
- Generous Time Off Policy
- Company Events - In-Person + Virtual Events
- Fully Stocked Kitchen + Sponsored Food Trucks
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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About The Company
Founded in 2002, we are Turtle Rock Studios, a multi-project, award-winning independent developer located in the heart of Orange County, CA. We thrive in an open, collaborative environment which is led to this day by co-founders Chris Ashton and Phil Robb.
Our past projects consist of AAA Competitive / Co-Op shooters: Left4Dead, Evolve, and Back 4 Blood, and VR titles: Journey of the Gods and Face Your Fears II.
We're gamers who believe in iteration, so we work alongside our community to make our, and their, gameplay dreams reality.
We have a project in development at this time and we're looking for top tier talent to add to our development team!
To learn more about our team and culture, visit www.turtlerockstudios.com/our-studio/
For specific job listings visit www.turtlerockstudios.com/careers/
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