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Full-Time

Senior Systems Designer

Progression, Fortnite

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Epic Games

Epic Games

5,001-10,000 employees

Develops games and provides development tools

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Compensation Overview

$169.8k - $249.1kAnnually

+ Benefit Plans + Incentive Programs

Senior, Expert

Washington, USA + 1 more

Category
Game Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
React.js
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in game design with an emphasis on progression and reward systems, particularly in live-service games
  • Demonstrated talent for empathizing with players and a deep understanding of player motivations, forms of play, and the effects of goal setting on play
  • Passion for Fortnite Battle Royale with a comprehensive understanding of its current quest and progression systems
  • Solution-oriented problem solver who can react quickly to changing project needs and drive decisions
Responsibilities
  • Design, refine, and maintain progression systems that create compelling player journeys across the entire Fortnite ecosystem
  • Communicate and represent a vision for the player’s experience to your team members as well as broader game teams in the Fortnite ecosystem
  • Identify and implement Battle Royale progression systems that are fun and rewarding for players
  • Leverage analytics and product teams to provide recommendations for tuning, goals, cadence, and flow that reinforce healthy play patterns
  • Help guide the design, vision, and outcome for quest content that fulfills key player engagement metrics and supports broad systematic framework needs
  • Drive collaborative and iterative prototyping and live A|B testing, both paper-based and in-game
  • Attend playtests, provide feedback, identify practical solutions to problems, and work closely with production to identify, prioritize, assign, and evaluate design work.

Epic Games develops and publishes popular video games like "Fortnite" and "Unreal Tournament," available on platforms such as 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

IPO

Total Funding

$15.4B

Headquarters

Cary, North Carolina

Founded

1991

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

34%
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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.

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