Senior Tools Programmer, UI & AI Workflows

Epic Games•Cary, NC

About The Position

We're looking for a senior Tools Programmer to help build the next generation of UI tooling for users and AI-powered agentic workflows (tools that let AI agents assist with and automate UI creation, iteration, and debugging). You'll shape the systems and frameworks that millions of creators rely on, from WYSIWYG editors to the APIs and runtime UI capabilities used to ship games and tools.

Requirements

Strong tools-programming background with experience building tools that improve development workflows in games or other fields
Deep expertise in the UI domain (UI frameworks, runtime UI engines, and editor/WYSIWYG tooling)
Excellent C++ skills and experience working in a large codebase
Some hands-on exposure to AI-powered or agentic workflows, whether through work, courses, or personal projects
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Nice To Haves

Experience with Unreal Engine is a plus
Experience with Slate and/or UMG is a plus
Shipped title experience in games or real-time applications is a plus

Responsibilities

Design, build, and integrate AI-powered tools and frameworks for UI authoring, iteration, and debugging
Own and evolve the UI tech codebase used to build tools and in-game UI in Unreal Engine
Set technical direction for UI tooling and mentor other engineers
Collaborate across disciplines to identify improvement areas, gather feedback, and design solutions for developer needs
Profile and resolve performance and memory issues in UI systems
Work with Epic's internal teams and Unreal Engine licensees to help them solve UI challenges

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision HRA
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
401k with competitive match
Robust mental well-being program through Modern Health (free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents)
Events and company-wide paid breaks
Unlimited PTO and sick time
Paid sabbatical for 7 years of employment