Full-Time

Senior Gameplay Systems Programmer

Unreal Engine

Posted on 9/26/2024

Epic Games

Epic Games

10,001+ employees

Develops games and provides development tools

Consumer Software
Gaming

Senior

Morrisville, NC, USA

Category
Game Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Unreal Engine
Animation
C/C++

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Requirements
  • Strong C++ skills and programming principles knowledge
  • Strong understanding of networked game principles
  • Adjacent experience in one or more of the following areas: AI, input, animation, or physics
  • Talent for building robust, extensible, maintainable systems
  • Experience developing AAA games or game engine technology professionally
  • Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and able to work independently
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal)
Responsibilities
  • Improve and maintain the Gameplay Ability System and collaboratively design the future of abilities in Unreal
  • Provide guidance and share knowledge with other teams about how to best solve problems
  • Improve existing systems to be more performant, scalable, and stable
  • Build and maintain bridges with other teams within the Engine group to help drive and maintain vision
  • Diagnose cpu and network performance issues to unlock the full potential of the engine for licensees
  • Look for ways to push the technology forward in new and innovative ways

Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games, including "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on various platforms like iOS, Android, and PC. The company also provides Epic Online Services, which offer tools for other developers to manage and scale their games, including backend support and online multiplayer features. Unlike its competitors, Epic Games not only creates games but also shares its technology, such as the Unreal Engine, which many developers use. The goal of Epic Games is to enhance gaming experiences for players while empowering developers with the necessary tools and support.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$8.4B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

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What believers are saying

  • Epic Games' mobile store reached 29 million users by the end of 2024.
  • Legal efforts against app store policies may reduce costs and increase profitability.
  • Collaborations with brands like Adidas open new revenue streams and enhance visibility.

What critics are saying

  • Ongoing legal battles with Google could lead to financial and operational challenges.
  • Recent layoffs may impact Epic Games' ability to innovate and compete.
  • Adding third-party games may introduce quality control issues and security vulnerabilities.

What makes Epic Games unique

  • Epic Games offers a unique cross-platform store for third-party mobile games.
  • The Unreal Engine is a leading game development tool used by many developers.
  • Epic Games integrates popular cultural icons into Fortnite, enhancing player engagement.

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Benefits

Health coverage - 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match and profit share

Robust mental well-being programs & free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents

Unlimited PTO & sick time

Paid sabbatical

Growth & Insights and Company News

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