Senior Gameplay Programmer

2 Hours ago • 5 Years + • Game Design • Systems Design

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Gameplay Programmer at Epic Games will be responsible for driving core gameplay features and systems in Fortnite. This includes experimenting with game design through rapid prototyping, building and extending foundational gameplay systems, architecting and implementing features (from 3Cs mechanics to large game systems), and collaborating closely with programmers, artists, and designers. Responsibilities also involve optimizing existing systems, fixing bugs, and writing maintainable code for multiple platforms. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of professional game development experience, including AAA title releases on multiple platforms, and strong expertise in C++, Unreal Engine 5, and game design principles.
Must have:
  • 5+ years AAA game development experience
  • Strong C++ skills and architecture experience
  • Unreal Engine 5 experience
  • Game design sensibility
  • Collaboration with programmers and designers
Perks:
  • 100% employer-paid benefits (except dependent PMI)
  • Pension
  • Private medical insurance
  • Health care cash plan
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Critical illness coverage
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Flu shots and health checks
  • Meals
  • Robust mental well-being program

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.

PROGRAMMING - GAMES

What We Do

Unreal projects have been leading the pack of real-time entertainment with our constantly growing team of programming experts. We’re always improving on the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.

What You'll Do

We are seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer to join the Fortnite gameplay team. They will be responsible for driving core gameplay features and systems at the leading edge of Fortnite development, collaborating with programmers, designers, and artists. They will play a critical role in building future gameplay features and systems for Fortnite and 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
  • Build and extend foundational gameplay systems to support future Fortnite development
  • Architect and implement gameplay features from 3 Cs mechanics to large game systems
  • Work closely with programmers, artists and designers to create and iterate on gameplay features and systems
  • Support 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 innovative thinking 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 large gameplay systems
  • Experience shipping games with Unreal Engine 5, or relevant experience in Unreal
  • Strong game design sensibility: ability to articulate what is strong or weak about the design of existing games
  • Demonstrated experience in collaborating with programmers and designers to build innovative solutions
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

We pay 100% for benefits except for PMI (for dependents). Our current benefits package includes pension, private medical insurance, health care cash plan, dental insurance, disability and life insurance, critical illness, cycle to work scheme, flu shots, health checks, and meals. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.

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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