Senior Gameplay Programmer

1 Year ago • All levels • Gameplay

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Gameplay Programmer at Epic Games, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting new features or systems that interact with gameplay, AI, sound, and animation systems. You will collaborate with programming teams and content creators to create cutting-edge interactive experiences, prototype and iterate on features, and optimize and fix bugs in existing gameplay systems. You will also contribute ideas towards all aspects of the game’s production and development.
Must have:
  • Experience in developing and shipping AAA titles
  • Strong C++ skills for gameplay mechanics
  • Knowledge of game design and existing games
  • Ability to give and receive constructive feedback
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of ML/AI and its applications
  • Creativity in problem-solving
Perks:
  • 100% benefits coverage for employees and dependents
  • Supplemental medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Mental well-being program through Modern Health

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 - SPECIAL PROJECTS

What We Do

The Special Projects team at Epic is responsible for executing high-impact projects that push the envelope to define the future of real-time graphics and gaming technology (The Matrix Awakens, Lumen in the Land of Nanite). In collaboration with the Unreal Engine team, we strive to put our technology and knowledge into the hands of users, empowering developers and content creators with the most powerful suite of real-time tools in the world.

What You'll Do

Epic Games is looking for a Senior Gameplay Programmer to join the team. As a member of our team, you will play a critical role in driving future projects that push boundaries, explore new technology, and help define the future of Unreal Engine. As a Senior Gameplay Programmer, you will define and implement the technical aspects of interactive projects and systems while collaborating with programming teams and content creators to create cutting-edge interactive experiences.

In this role, you will

  • Design, implement, and support new features or systems that interact with or extend Gameplay, Game AI, Sound, and Animation systems
  • Experiment with game design and use rapid prototyping while ensuring that strong architectural and algorithmic decisions are made
  • Prototype and iterate on features and be willing to accept and respond to critical feedback while ensuring that strong architectural and algorithmic decisions are made; write robust, maintainable code
  • Work closely with art and design to create and iterate on gameplay features
  • Collaborate with Unreal Engine teams to help guide ongoing feature development
  • Optimize and fix bugs in existing gameplay systems
  • Contribute ideas toward all aspects of the game’s production and development

What we're looking for

  • Experience developing games professionally and shipping AAA titles
  • Fearless when it comes to diving into complex systems and existing code bases
  • A keen analytical mind with strong problem-solving skills
  • Strong C++ skills and the ability to code and architect gameplay mechanics and systems
  • Well-versed in games and the ability to articulate what is strong/weak about the design of existing games
  • Adept at delivering and responding to constructive feedback
  • Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently
  • Creativity in problem-solving and the ability to think outside of the established solutions
  • Knowledge of ML/AI and its potential applications
  • Someone who is user-focused, passionate, solutions-focused, and innovative. These traits equal success at Epic and influence everything we do

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

We pay 100% for benefits for both employees and dependents and offer coverage for supplemental medical, dental, vision, critical illness, telemedicine, Life and AD&D, long term disability insurance as well as weekly indemnity (short term disability) and a retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match. In addition to the EAP (employee assistance program), we also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.

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).

British Columbia Base Pay Range

$182,815 — $268,128 CAD

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 here.

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.

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