Epic Games
Senior Engine Programmer, Verse Framework
ExperiencedOn-siteFull-time
Location
Cary, NC
Salary
Not listed
Experience
5+ years
Posted
Today
Job Description
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 - UNREAL ENGINE
What We Do
Unreal-powered projects have been on the bleeding edge of real-time entertainment for over 20 years. Our team of engineering experts are always innovating to improve the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.
What You'll Do
The Verse Framework Integration team is bringing the next major iteration of Unreal Engine to life, enabling creators to build the next generation of interactive experiences. You'll play a central role connecting many aspects of the engine, helping shape how Verse integrates with core engine systems.
In this role, you will
Architect and implement low-level engine systems across Scene Graph, networking, analytics, and the language toolchain, with a focus on robustness, performance, and usability
Design stable, forward-thinking APIs that expose engine capabilities through Verse, for both internal and external developers
Collaborate across core engine and gameplay teams to build solutions that meet diverse and evolving needs
Help shape and unlock the capabilities of Verse within Unreal Engine
Drive technical excellence across platforms, including debugging, optimization, and system reliability
What we're looking for
Strong C++ skills with the ability to architect game systems and associated tools
Experience creating and maintaining APIs with strong backward compatibility requirements
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to find solutions beyond established approaches
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and collaborating with teams to define deliverables
Experience with multiple programming languages and a track record of leveraging their strengths effectively
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience writing performant code across multiple hardware platforms, including game consoles
Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and workflows is a plus
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 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.
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