World Building Engineering Lead

    • Epic Games
  • Cary, NC
  • Posted 23 days ago | Updated 5 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

C++
Game development
Real-time
IT management
Life insurance
3D computer graphics
Unreal Engine
Architectural design
Leadership
Epic
Creativity
Universe
Roadmaps
Collaboration
Art
Design
Writing
Communication
Debugging
Coaching
Value engineering
Virtual reality
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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.

ENGINEERING - GAMES
What We Do

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

Today, we are growing the team that is forging the first adventures in LEGO Fortnite, blending the engaging and welcoming Fortnite universe with the creativity and playfulness of LEGO. We're looking for a Gameplay Engineer for the World Building team within LEGO Fortnite to help craft highly visually stunning and compelling worlds, that players keep returning to enjoy new and varied content the world has to offer. The World Building team is a collaborative environment and a successful candidate will help to foster an open, supportive culture in which everyone can be successful and their authentic self. Learn more at ;br> In this role, you will
  • Architect features related to Lego Fortnite's World Building Systems.
  • Technical Lead for the World Building Team, own and productize all the technical challenges covered by the team.
  • Work with production partners to develop roadmaps and prioritize work for live service releases.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-discipline leads (technical art and design) to understand and bring to life their ideas.
  • Identify opportunities to improve the performance and stability of our large worlds.
What we're looking for
  • Prior experience developing large gameplay framework systems
  • Proficient in C++
  • Proficiency in writing highly performant real-time code
  • Excellent communication skills including the ability to provide, solicit, and accept feedback constructively
  • Experience tracking down and debugging live service issues
  • Experience leading a team of 3-5 developers.
EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

ABOUT US

Epic Games spans across 19 countries with 55 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 .