Lead UI Engineer

3 Months ago • All levels • Frontend Development • $140,000 PA - $190,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As the Lead UI Engineer at Turtle Rock, you'll lead the design and implementation of intuitive UI systems for our video games (menus, matchmaking, in-game HUDs). Collaborating with the UI/UX team, you'll iterate on designs, refine functionality based on playtest feedback, and ensure seamless user experiences. This role requires technical expertise, leadership skills, a strong design sense, and the ability to guide your team. Responsibilities include team management, system architecture, integration with UI artists, addressing localization needs, optimization, and providing constructive feedback.
Must have:
  • Lead and mentor UI engineers
  • Strong C++ proficiency
  • UMG experience (Unreal Engine 4/5)
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Passionate gamer
Good to have:
  • Experience shipping PC games with multiple input options
  • Multiplayer title experience
  • Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering
Perks:
  • 100% Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
  • 401k Matching
  • Student Loan Repayment Plan
  • College Savings Plan
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
  • Generous Time Off
  • Company Events
  • Fully Stocked Kitchen

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
The estimated base pay range for this role is: $140,000 - $190,000 USD

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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