Gameplay Engineer

2 Months ago • 4 Years + • Game Engine • $114,900 PA - $154,100 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Disney Digital Entertainment seeks a Gameplay Engineer to contribute to a new project. Responsibilities include implementing interactive games and experiences within the UEFN ecosystem using Disney IPs (Disney/Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars). This role requires hands-on Verse coding, collaboration with design/production/art teams, leveraging UEFN/Fortnite capabilities, and potential native Unreal Engine (C++) work. The engineer will support designers, overcome limitations creatively, ensure implementation quality, champion Disney values, and prioritize player experience. The position involves working closely with a growing game development team.
Must have:
  • 4+ years game dev experience
  • UEFN & Verse experience
  • Fortnite item/device knowledge
  • Strong computer science understanding
  • 3D Vector Math proficiency
Good to have:
  • Unreal Engine 4/5+ (C++)
  • Published Fortnite Islands
  • C++ & memory management
  • Experience with other UGC environments
  • AAA game development experience
  • Graphics Programming, Mobile experience, Online Services
Perks:
  • Health and savings benefits
  • Educational opportunities
  • Special Disney extras

Job Details

Job Summary:

About the Role

Disney Digital Entertainment, a division of Disney Experiences, is embarking on a mission to create the ‘digital front door’ for The Walt Disney Company, bringing all of the magic of Disney together into a new interactive universe.

We are building an expert development team that will be building a groundbreaking game experience that will herald the next generation of Disney to the world. Working with top-class industry talent, this role is perfect for the game engineer looking to create something epic - collaborating with an incredible group of game developers focusing on individual experiences to build a wonderfully rich and cohesive product that is truly “Disney”.

Disney Digital Entertainment is looking for a uniquely talented Gameplay Engineer to join us on an ambitious and exciting new project.  If you are a game programmer that has experience with UEFN/Verse and has a love of Disney/Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel properties, you’ll want to check out this opportunity!

This role will report to the Director, Gameplay Engineering.

What you Will Do:

  • Leverage your experience and knowledge to help implement several interactive games and experiences in the UEFN ecosystem.  These games will be based on Disney’s robust portfolio of characters and worlds including Disney/Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars.

  • Be an active, hands-on participant in the process, directly writing Verse code and using UEFN to work with design/production/art to establish and achieve goals for each game experience.  You will use your knowledge of UEFN and Fortnite devices and item capabilities to help the team understand what is possible and how to achieve a great result together.  Some native Unreal Engine (C++) work may be involved in this role.

  • Empower designers by serving as their main support avenue during the game construction process.  Find creative ways to overcome limitations, maintaining a positive outlook along the way.

  • Work closely with other members of the engineering team to ensure that implementation quality is maintained.  Be an advocate of stability and flexibility.

  • Champion Disney and team values.  Maintain a ‘guest-first’ mentality by being an advocate for the player experience.

  • Serve as a key member of a growing game development team at Disney.

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • 4 years of experience developing console/PC/mobile games or other digital interactive entertainment.

  • UEFN hands-on experience, including construction of custom devices using Verse. 

  • Has a broad understanding of Fortnite and the various items and devices that are currently available for UGC.

  • Possesses a good understanding of computer science, especially it applies to modern game programming.  Understands which data-structures are appropriate for different situations.  Has proficiency in 3D Vector Math and understands how it is useful in game development.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge and use of Unreal Engine 4/5+, especially at the native (C++) level.

  • Experience in publishing successful Fortnite Islands also preferred.

  • Has experience in C++ and understands basic memory management.

  • Experience with other UGC and modding environments such as Roblox, Arma3, etc.

  • Participated in the development of a AAA product, in a hands-on programming role.

  • Graphics Programming, Mobile experience, and familiarity with Online Services are all bonuses. A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Educational

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at

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The hiring range for this remote position is $114,900 to $154,100 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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