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Lead UI Engineer

Turtle Rock Studios
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/19/2025

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.

    The estimated base pay range for this role is :

    140,000 - $190,000

    Salary : $140,000 - $190,000

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