Internship

Capture Technician Intern

Posted on 9/12/2024

Epic Games

Epic Games

10,001+ employees

Develops games and provides development tools

Consumer Software
Gaming

Morrisville, NC, USA

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Cary, North Carolina for the duration of the internship.

Category
Game Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
JIRA
Requirements
  • Experience logging defects in bug tracking systems such as JIRA
  • Proficient in using Windows with a broad understanding of its functionalities
  • Basic understanding of game engines (Unreal Engine is a plus)
  • Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud (or similar) knowledge
  • Degree work in CS or related field
Responsibilities
  • Manage bug reporting and tracking through a ticketing system (JIRA) to ensure accurate documentation and resolution of issues
  • Facilitate cosmetic grants for external partners’ accounts
  • Work in Unreal Engine 5 and Unreal Editor for Fortnite
  • Employ internal systems to compile and test pre-release builds, ensuring quality and stability for marketing videos
  • Assist with the maintenance and management of multiple hosted backend systems critical for build execution and deployment

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 many competitors, Epic Games shares its technology, such as the Unreal Engine, allowing other developers to create their own games. The goal of Epic Games is to enhance gaming experiences for players while empowering developers with the necessary tools and support.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$8.4B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Epic Games' collaborations with brands like Adidas expand its market reach.
  • The rise of VR/AR gaming opens new opportunities for Epic's immersive content.
  • Subscription models provide Epic with steady revenue and high-quality content creation.

What critics are saying

  • FTC complaints pose legal and financial risks for Epic Games.
  • Overreliance on collaborations may dilute Fortnite's brand identity.
  • Server downtimes can lead to player frustration and negative sentiment.

What makes Epic Games unique

  • Epic Games offers Unreal Engine, a leading game development tool for developers.
  • Fortnite's cross-platform play enhances player engagement across various devices.
  • Epic Online Services provide essential backend support for 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

INACTIVE