Automation Engineer

1 Week ago • 4 Years + • Quality Assurance

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Automation Engineer at Epic Games, you'll leverage your C#/C++ skills and game engine expertise (preferably Unreal Engine) to build robust automation solutions. You'll collaborate with internal teams to identify and solve pain points, optimizing existing test suites and creating new automation frameworks for developer tools. Responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining test tools, improving performance tests, enabling developers to write automation scripts, and troubleshooting technical issues. This role requires a strong foundation in computer science, excellent problem-solving skills, and experience delivering effective automation solutions in game development environments.
Must have:
  • C#/C++ programming skills
  • Game engine experience (Unreal Engine preferred)
  • Automation framework experience
  • Strong computer science fundamentals
  • Problem-solving skills
Good to have:
  • Experience with performance testing frameworks
  • Unity or custom game engine experience
  • Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript scripting
  • Experience with various high-level scripting languages
Perks:
  • 100% premium coverage for medical, dental, vision
  • Long-term disability & life insurance
  • 401k with competitive match
  • Mental well-being program
  • Unlimited PTO & sick time
  • Paid sabbatical after 7 years

Job Details

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.

ENGINEERING - UNREAL ENGINE

What We Do

Unreal-powered projects have been on the bleeding edge of real-time entertainment for over 20 years. Our team of engineering experts are always innovating to improve the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.

What You'll Do

We're a core group of talented engineers specializing in creating developer and QA productivity solutions that drive Epic-wide impact. Our tools and technologies have significantly improved the speed and efficiency of launching, operating, and scaling high-quality AAA games. If you are a highly skilled Senior Automation and Tools engineer looking for the next big opportunity, come join our team.

In this role, you will

  • Leverage your strong C#/C++ programming skills and deep understanding of game engines (preferably Unreal Engine) to build robust and scalable automation solutions with impact across Epic
  • Build partnerships with internal customers and stakeholders across Epic to identify pain points and develop innovative, effective automation solutions that yield tangible business results
  • Own efforts to optimize existing automated test suites, ensuring comprehensive test coverage and efficient test execution
  • Design, develop, and maintain test tools and automation frameworks for our internal suite of developer tools. Develop, assess, and improve performance tests for various workflows, including editor and runtime performance
  • Enable developers, testers, and analysts to author automation test scripts, implement automation best practices, and help lay the foundation of scalable, automated test solutions
  • Optimize Developer and QA workflows, reducing manual effort and increasing productivity
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to tools and automation

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum 4+ years of experience as a Tools/Automation engineer
  • Proven experience owning design, implementation, deployment, and maintenance of automated tests and frameworks. Experience with performance testing frameworks is a plus
  • Good knowledge of how game engines work; experience with either Unreal Engine/Unity or a custom internal game engine
  • Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals, including data structures and algorithms
  • Deep understanding and practical application of C++ and C# programming languages.
  • Strong understanding of one or more high-level scripting languages like Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript
  • Strong debugging skills in a game engine-based development environment or other content creation industry
  • A solid track record of delivering effective tools and Automation solutions in game development environments
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills, translating abstract challenges into clear and actionable solutions.

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 25 countries with 46 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 .

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 .

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Founded in 1991, Epic Games 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 and 2.5 billion friend connections. Epic also develops Unreal Engine, which powers the world’s leading games and is 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. Epic has over 40 offices worldwide with headquarters in Cary, North Carolina.

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