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Sr Core Systems Engineer

1 Hour ago • 5-8 Years • Systems Design

Job Summary

Job Description

This role involves designing and implementing feature-rich game engines and systems using C++. Responsibilities include optimizing performance, developing concurrent solutions, and collaborating with a team to improve Unreal Engine and Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN). The ideal candidate will have experience with UEFN toolchains, modern rendering pipelines, and a deep understanding of software development principles, scalable platform design, and system architecture. The role also includes mentoring junior team members. This position offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking interactive experiences and impact millions of players worldwide. The role can be based remotely in Sweden, Denmark, Finland or Norway.
Must have:
  • Game engine expertise
  • C++ mastery
  • Performance optimization
  • Concurrency knowledge
  • 5-8 years experience

Job Details

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Disney Digital Entertainment, a division of Disney Experiences, is redefining how audiences interact with The Walt Disney Company—creating the ‘digital front door’ that unites all of Disney’s magic into a cohesive, interactive universe.

Disney Digital Entertainment is seeking talented individuals passionate about pushing the boundaries of game engine and rendering technology. As a critical part of our team, you will leverage your expertise to build and optimize feature-rich engines, ensuring smooth and high-performance experiences for global audiences.

This role can be based remotely in Sweden, Denmark, Finland or Norway.

What You Will Do

  • Game Engine Expertise: Leverage proven experience in game engine or renderer development to design and implement feature-rich engines and systems.

  • C++ Mastery: Write clean, maintainable, and enhanceable C++ code to develop robust game engine modules and functionality.

  • Core Systems Evolution: Adapt and evolve core systems to elevate and improve Unreal Engine (UE) and Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) development.

  • Performance Optimization: Anticipate, identify, and solve complex performance issues, including profiling and optimizing for speed and memory.

  • Concurrency Knowledge: Design and implement solutions for running tasks concurrently with a focus on safety and efficiency.

  • Documentation and Collaboration: Create clear documentation to support team usage and ensure effective communication across disciplines.

  • Mentorship: Guide and mentor less experienced team members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Experience and Curiosity: Hands-on experience or strong interest in the UEFN toolchain and modern rendering pipelines.

  • Team-Oriented Mindset: A drive to support and collaborate with the entire team, ensuring alignment across disciplines.

  • Communication Mastery: Exceptional skills in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration, effectively sharing complex information.

  • Strategic Problem-Solving: The ability to anticipate and address challenges resourcefully, implementing impactful and preventative solutions.

  • Technical Insight: A deep understanding of software development principles, scalable platform design, and system architecture.

  • Professional Experience: 5-8 years of progressively complex experience in software development, with expertise in game engines and systems.

  • Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Why Disney Digital Entertainment?

  • Be part of an innovative mission to deliver the next generation of Disney’s digital magic to fans around the globe.

  • Collaborate with premier talent to build scalable systems powering Disney’s most iconic franchises, including Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars.

  • Shape the backend systems for a groundbreaking new interactive experience and impact millions of players worldwide.

  • Work in a collaborative, global environment where innovation, creativity, and technical excellence thrive.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided the necessary accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive all benefits of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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