Full-Time
Backend Engineer
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Epic Games
10,001+ employees
Develops games and provides development tools
Senior
Morrisville, NC, USA
- Proven track record of contributing live services at scale
- Passionate about building and maintaining secure, scalable, and highly available online applications, with 5+ years of experience in creating online services or web systems
- Proficient in cloud technologies, preferably AWS cloud services, Unix-flavored operating systems, CI/CD environments, and deploying and running containerized services
- Must be comfortable with Javascript/Typescript. Additional experience in other languages is a plus, especially Rust
- Ability to craft solutions using SQL and nonrelational databases
- Positive communication skills including the ability to provide, solicit, and accept feedback constructively
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, highly-available backend services using RESTful API and gRPC protocols
- Own the entire lifecycle of services, from design and implementation to deployment
- Work on an existing AWS cloud infrastructure
- Work together with both upstream and downstream service owners, producers, and infrastructure to ship solutions
- Participate in a light-weight on-call rotation, along with the entire cloud services team
Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games, including "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on 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 many competitors, Epic Games shares its technology, such as the Unreal Engine, which is widely used in the industry. The goal of Epic Games is to enhance gaming experiences for players while empowering developers with the necessary tools and support.
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$8.4B
Headquarters
Cary, North Carolina
Founded
1991
6 month growth
↑ 8%1 year growth
↑ 37%2 year growth
↑ 36%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Epic Games' continuous innovation, such as the introduction of new game modes like 'Fortnite Reload,' keeps the gaming experience fresh and engaging for users.
- Strategic partnerships, like the one with AWS for the Women Creators Program, highlight Epic Games' commitment to diversity and industry leadership.
- The company's multifaceted revenue streams, including game sales, in-game purchases, and licensing fees from Unreal Engine, provide financial stability and growth potential.
What critics are saying
- The ongoing legal battle with Apple could hinder Epic Games' expansion plans and create financial and operational uncertainties.
- The highly competitive gaming market requires constant innovation and successful new releases, which can be challenging to sustain.
What makes Epic Games unique
- Epic Games leverages its highly popular titles like 'Fortnite' to create a strong brand presence and loyal user base, unlike many competitors who struggle to maintain consistent hits.
- The Unreal Engine, a powerful and widely-used game development tool, sets Epic Games apart by providing a robust platform for other developers, creating an ecosystem that extends beyond their own games.
- Epic Online Services offers comprehensive backend support and multiplayer capabilities, making it easier for developers to scale their games, a service not commonly provided by other game developers.
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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