Gameplay Engineering Lead

Gameplay Engineering LeadPart of the Unreal Engine Gameplay department, you will lead a team of experienced programmers aimed at transforming Unreal Engine 5 (UE5) and Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) gameplay technology toward Unreal Engine 6 (UE6) based on Scene Graph and Verse. As a Lead Gameplay Programmer, you will be in a leadership role on a small and focused team, playing a critical role in driving current and future projects. You will be responsible for driving core transformative changes and supporting collaborative development between programmers, UEFN developers, and licensees. You will have opportunities to work on a variety of initiatives, get hands-on with cutting-edge technologies, and work with talented internal and external teams, all while building impactful technology that affects thousands of game developers and millions of gamers.In this role, you will:Lead development for a project or initiative, championing both technical excellence and developer experienceGuide, mentor, and help build a highly effective engineering teamWork closely with product design to create and iterate on gameplay API and tools, while maintaining strong architectural and algorithmic directionCollaborate with Unreal Engine or Fortnite teams to contribute to ongoing feature developmentOptimize, refactor, and fix bugs in existing systems, and write robust, maintainable codeContribute ideas toward all aspects of the project's production and developmentLeverage AI to enhance your daily work and empower your teamWhat we're looking for:Significant experience developing games with Unreal EngineExperience as a leader in an engineering role, with demonstrated ability to lead a team effectivelyDeep understanding of the creator ecosystem, including game engines such as Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) or Roblox Studio, and the unique challenges of building tools, workflows, and platforms that empower developers rather than shipping a game directlyA keen analytical mind with creative problem-solving skills and the ability to think outside the boxProficiency in C++ with a deep understanding of gameplay systems, mechanics, and toolsStrong teamwork and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills, including the ability to deliver and respond to constructive feedbackKnowledge of Scene Graph and Verse is a plusEPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFEOur 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.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.