Job Description
ENGINEERING - GAMES
What We Do
Unreal projects have been leading the pack of real-time entertainment with our constantly growing team of engineering experts. We're always improving on the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.
What You'll Do
We are seeking a Gameplay Programmer to join the gameplay team for a main internal project in the Fortnite ecosystem. They will be responsible for driving core gameplay features, collaborating, and iterating between programmers, designers, and artists. They will play a critical role in building future gameplay systems within the Fortnite ecosystem.
In this role, you will
• Experiment with game design and use rapid prototyping while ensuring that strong architectural and algorithmic decisions are made
• Architecture and implement gameplay features from 3 Cs mechanics to game systems
• Work closely with art and design to create and iterate on gameplay features
• Supporting technical excellence of Fortnite on multiple platforms
• Optimize and fix bugs in existing gameplay systems
• Write robust, maintainable code
What we're looking for
• At least 5 years of experience developing games professionally, and shipping AAA titles (on multiple platforms preferred)
• Strong analytical abilities with creative problem-solving skills, excelling in thinking innovatively and finding unique solutions
• Strong C++ skills and the ability to code and architect gameplay mechanics and tools from building characters, cameras, and controls (3 Cs) to gameplay systems
• Experience shipping games with Unreal Engine 5, or relevant experience in Unreal.
• Strong game design sensibility: ability to articulate what is strong/weak about the design of existing games (an interest in online games is preferred)
• Demonstrated experience in collaborating with designers to build innovative solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and able to work independently
This role is open to multiple locations in North America (including CA).
Pay Transparency Information
The expected annual base pay range(s) for this position are detailed below. Each base pay range is relevant only for individuals who are residents of or will be expected to work within the specified locale. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors, which include (but aren't limited to) things such as skills and competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. In addition to base pay, most employees are eligible to participate in Epic's generous benefit plans and discretionary incentive programs (subject to the terms of those plans or programs).
California Base Pay Range
$147,311 - $216,057 USD
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.
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-ro8qep-35-170-81-33-42 in your application.