Lead Gameplay Programmer

9 hours ago

Cary, North Carolina, United States Epic Games Full time
About Epic Games

Epic Games is a global leader in the development of award-winning games and engine technology. With a presence in 19 countries and 55 studios, we empower content creators across various industries to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences.

Job Title: Lead Gameplay Programmer

We are seeking an experienced Lead Gameplay Programmer to join our team. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for driving core gameplay features and collaborating with programmers, designers, and artists to deliver impactful experiences.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead development for a project or initiative, championing technical excellence and player experience
  • Guide, mentor, and help build a highly effective engineering team
  • Work closely with art and design to create and iterate on gameplay features, maintaining strong architectural and algorithmic direction
  • Collaborate with Unreal Engine teams to contribute to ongoing feature development
  • Optimize and fix bugs in existing systems
  • Contribute ideas toward all aspects of the project's production and development
  • Write robust, maintainable code
Requirements:
  • Experience as a leader in an engineering role, with demonstrated ability to lead a team effectively
  • Significant experience developing games or other interactive real-time technology applications
  • A keen analytical mind with creative problem-solving skills and the ability to think outside of the box
  • Proficiency in C++ with a deep understanding of gameplay systems, mechanics, and tools
  • The ability to empathize with users and balance the inherent tradeoffs in developing with the user in mind
  • Strong teamwork and cross-discipline collaboration skills, including the ability to deliver and respond to constructive feedback
  • Self-motivation, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently
  • Creativity in problem-solving and the ability to think outside of established solutions
What We Offer:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with competitive match. We also provide a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which offers free therapy and coaching for employees and dependents. Additionally, we offer unlimited PTO and sick time, and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and deeply value diverse teams and an inclusive work culture. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.

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