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Senior SDET

North Carolina, United States (On-site)

Senior SDET

19 Minutes ago • 4 Years + • Quality Assurance

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Job Description

As a Senior SDET at Epic Games, you'll leverage C#/C++ skills and game engine knowledge (preferably Unreal Engine) to build scalable automation solutions. You'll collaborate with developers and QA, identifying pain points and creating innovative automation to improve efficiency and speed. Responsibilities include optimizing workflows, troubleshooting technical issues, mentoring junior team members, and delivering effective tools for AAA game development. The role requires strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of success in a similar environment.

Must have:

Strong C#/C++ programming skills
Experience with game engines (Unreal preferred)
Automation solution development
Problem-solving skills
Mentoring junior team members

Perks:

100% premium coverage for medical, dental, vision
Long-term disability and life insurance
401k with competitive match
Robust mental well-being program
Unlimited PTO and sick time
Paid sabbatical after 7 years

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.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

What We Do

The Quality Assurance team owns the testing process, risk management, and quality evaluation of all products and functions across Epic. Our team works closely with developers and production to ensure the best possible user experience for our community and customers.

What You'll Do

We're a core group of talented engineers who specialize 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
Collaborate closely with developers and QA teams to identify pain points and develop innovative, effective automation solutions that yield tangible business results
Optimize Developer and QA workflows, reducing manual effort and increasing productivity
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to tools and automation
Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

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 working with a 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 debugging skills in an Unreal/any game engine-based development environment
A solid track record of delivering effective tools and Automation solutions in AAA game development environment
Exceptional problem-solving skills, translating abstract challenges into clear and actionable solutions
Experience mentoring junior team members and providing feedback

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.