Lead Engineer

Harmonix

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Locations

Dorchester, Boston, MA, USA

Experience Level

Entry

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Requirements

Experience developing games professionally, and shipping AAA titles
Experience leading a team of gameplay engineers on shipped AAA titles
A keen analytical mind, with strong problem-solving skills
Strong C++ skills and the ability to code and architect game systems and tools
Well versed in games and the ability to articulate what is strong/weak about the design of existing games (an interest in online games is preferred)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Console experience
Performance profiling and optimization experience
Experience working on a live service game
Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and able to work independently
Creativity in problem-solving and the ability to think outside of the established solutions
Keen interest in games and music

Responsibilities

Be responsible for the overall success of your team
Mentor and coach a team of engineers, making everyone around you better
Be a primary hub for communication and information that other disciplines can come to for guidance
Play a strong role in improving overall team velocity and build health. Be a force multiplier by way of concrete actions
Promote efficient and timely delivery of core game systems, and speak up when the team is over or under-scoped
Distill high-level feature requests into meaningful, actionable work-items, and delegate to the team effectively
Ensure the technical approach being proposed for a given feature satisfies both the surface-level, and deeper, engineering-specific requirements
Propose architecture and lead the vision for the different game systems needed to deliver features
Be able and willing to jump-in and participate in writing code when necessary

WHAT MAKES US EPIC?

At the core of Epic’s success are talented, passionate people. Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment. Whether it’s building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we’re always innovating.

Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We’re constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.

HARMONIX

What We Do

As part of Epic, Harmonix is working to create and enable all types of interactive music experiences in Unreal Engine, Fortnite and beyond. Our ideal candidate will have a deep well of knowledge concerning game development, and also bring a passion for music and creative empowerment for both players and developers alike.

In this role, you will

Be responsible for the overall success of your team
Mentor and coach a team of engineers, making everyone around you better
Be a primary hub for communication and information that other disciplines can come to for guidance
Play a strong role in improving overall team velocity and build health. Be a force multiplier by way of concrete actions
Promote efficient and timely delivery of core game systems, and speak up when the team is over or under-scoped
Distill high-level feature requests into meaningful, actionable work-items, and delegate to the team effectively
Ensure the technical approach being proposed for a given feature satisfies both the surface-level, and deeper, engineering-specific requirements
Propose architecture and lead the vision for the different game systems needed to deliver features
Be able and willing to jump-in and participate in writing code when necessary

What we’re looking for

Experience developing games professionally, and shipping AAA titles
Experience leading a team of gameplay engineers on shipped AAA titles
A keen analytical mind, with strong problem-solving skills
Strong C++ skills and the ability to code and architect game systems and tools
Well versed in games and the ability to articulate what is strong/weak about the design of existing games (an interest in online games is preferred)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Console experience
Performance profiling and optimization experience
Experience working on a live service game
Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and able to work independently
Creativity in problem-solving and the ability to think outside of the established solutions
Keen interest in games and music

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 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. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.

Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

ABOUT US

Epic Games spans across 19 countries with 55 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 years, we’ve been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic’s award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.

Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!

Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.

1,001-5,000 employees

Website

Video game developer (makers of Fortnight)

Company Overview

Epic is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Epic operates Fortnite, one of the world’s largest games with over 350 million accounts. Epic also develops Unreal Engine, which powers the world’s leading games and is also adopted across industries such as film and television, architecture, automotive, manufacturing, and simulation. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content.

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