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# Lead UI Engineer

- **Company:** Epic Games, Inc.
- **Location:** Cary, NC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Mobile Application Development, Design of User Interfaces, Backend
- **Published:** June 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/13b66669-ab4f-463f-a4d8-83863b2d92c2

## About the Role

* Experience developing games professionally and shipping AAA titles (on multiple platforms preferred)
 * Experience leading a team of engineers within shipped AAA titles
 * Strong C++ skills and the ability to code and architect systems and tools
 * Strong analytical abilities with creative problem-solving skills, excelling in thinking innovatively and finding unique solutions
 * Experience working on a live service game
 * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
 * Strong teamwork and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills, including the ability to deliver and respond to constructive feedback

## Description

We're looking for a Lead UI Engineer who is passionate about games and well-versed in C++, UI development, and mobile development. In this role, you will be responsible for core UI features and for supporting collaborative development among programmers, designers, and artists to deliver cutting-edge features that enhance player experiences across Rocket League. You will have opportunities to work on various initiatives, get hands-on with cutting-edge technologies, and work with talented internal and external teams, all while building impactful experiences from concept to delivery.
In this role, you will

 * Mentor and coach a team of UI engineers and be the primary hub of communication and information for other disciplines
 * Distill high-level feature requests into meaningful, actionable work items and delegate effectively to the team
 * Deliver core UI functionality and systems efficiently and on time, and speak up when the team is over- or under-scoped
 * Lead the vision for different systems, features, and be ready to jump in and write code when necessary
 * Propose and review architecture, systems, and technical approaches to ensure that they satisfy requirements and promote a healthy codebase
 * Work closely with art and design leads to ensure that UI meets aesthetic and functional requirements
 * Work closely with other engineering disciplines to integrate backend systems in support of the player experience


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