Senior UI Artist (Unreal Engine 5)

We are seeking a Senior UI Artist to take charge of the game UI's visual identity, from polished design to production-ready implementation within the engine. You will collaborate with design and engineering teams to develop scalable UI systems, materials, and animations across multiple platforms. Responsibilities Drive the visual direction of the UI aesthetic from initial concept through final ship quality Convert UX wireframes into polished mockups, prototypes, design systems, and style guides Build final UI art directly within Unreal Engine using UMG, Slate, and widget animations Develop UI materials and shaders through Unreal Material Editor to maintain a cohesive theme Craft game menus, HUD elements, iconography, and UI motion tailored to gameplay requirements Produce material-driven effects, 2D or animated effects, and simple Blueprint logic for UI Refine UI assets for performance and clarity across PC, console, and mobile platforms Guarantee UI supports accessibility and localization readiness without compromising quality Manage UI asset libraries, style guides, and reusable components Partner with designers and engineers to iterate rapidly and resolve integration challenges Requirements 3+ years of professional experience as a UI Artist or in a closely related art field, preferably within games Strong leadership skills to drive a UI theme from concept through final delivery Showcase of shipped projects delivering UI across PC, console, and mobile platforms Advanced proficiency in Unreal Engine 5 with UMG, Slate, and the Material Editor Strong visual design skills in UI/UX, typography, layout, and visual hierarchy Proficiency in industry-standard art tools, including Figma Solid understanding of optimization for real-time UI, including texture performance and atlasing Excellent collaboration skills to work cross-functionally with design and engineering High ownership mindset with strong attention to detail and comfort with ambiguity Upper-Intermediate English proficiency (B2 level) Nice to have Background in Niagara for UI-driven visual effects Understanding of responsive/adaptive UI design across various platforms and resolutions Expertise in branding or motion graphics Knowledge of the gaming domain Familiarity with AI assistants We offer International projects with top brands Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers Healthcare benefits Employee financial programs Paid time off and sick leave Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses Global career opportunities Volunteer and community involvement opportunities EPAM Employee Groups Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.