Senior Engine Programmer, Content Distribution

<div class="content-intro"><h2>WHAT MAKES US EPIC?</h2> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p></div><h2>ENGINEERING - UNREAL ENGINE</h2> <h3><strong>What We Do</strong></h3> <p>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.</p> <h3><strong>What You'll Do</strong></h3> <p>The Content Delivery team builds the critical technologies that deliver high-quality content on demand to live Fortnite players. You'll develop core features for the next generation of Unreal Engine, working across game teams and Epic projects to shape how dynamic content is delivered at scale.</p> <h3><strong>In this role, you will</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Architect and implement low-level engine systems across multiple platforms, including networking, I/O access interfaces, analytics, and the language toolchain, with a focus on robustness, performance, and usability</li> <li><span>Re-architect Unreal Engine to support the long-term vision of delivering content on demand at a more granular level </span></li> <li><span>Own the design, development, and delivery of complex new features in a live game product </span></li> <li><span>Bring together multiple engine subsystems to achieve maintainable functional solutions </span></li> <li><span>Design stable, forward-thinking APIs that expose engine capabilities to gameplay layers, for both internal and external developers </span></li> <li><span>Collaborate across core engine and gameplay teams to build solutions that meet diverse and evolving needs </span></li> <li><span>Drive technical excellence across platforms, including debugging, maintenance, system reliability, and optimization </span></li> </ul> <h3><strong>What we're looking for</strong></h3> <ul> <li><span>Strong C++ skills with the ability to architect low-level game systems and associated tooling </span></li> <li><span>Experience creating and maintaining APIs with strong backward compatibility requirements</span></li> <li><span>Demonstrated ability to apply code design patterns in live environments to reduce maintenance and improve stability</span></li> <li><span>Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to find solutions beyond established approaches </span></li> <li><span>Ability to navigate ambiguity and collaborate with teams to define deliverables </span></li> <li><span>Experience with multiple programming languages and a track record of leveraging their strengths effectively </span></li> <li><span>Excellent communication skills </span></li> <li><span>Experience writing performant code across multiple hardware platforms, including game consoles </span></li> <li><span>Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and workflows is a plus</span></li> </ul> <h2>EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE</h2> <p>We pay 100% for benefits except for PMI (for dependents). Our current benefits package includes pension, private medical insurance, health care cash plan, dental insurance, disability and life insurance, critical illness, cycle to work scheme, flu shots, health checks, and meals. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees &amp; dependents.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><div class="content-conclusion"><h2>ABOUT US</h2> <p>Epic Games​ ​is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 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.</p> <h3><strong>Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!</strong></h3> <p>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 <a href="https://www.epicgames.com/site/en-US/eeo-policy" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p><strong>Note to Recruitment Agencies: </strong>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 <a href="https://www.epicgames.com/note-to-recruitment-agencies" target="_blank">here</a>.</p></div>

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