Lead Gameplay Programmer

Epic Games; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 188,000 - 277,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Gameplay Programmer and help shape the future of one of the world's biggest games! In this dynamic role, you'll collaborate with a talented team to innovate gameplay features and enhance user experiences. Your expertise in C++ and Unreal Engine will be crucial as you lead projects that push creative boundaries. Enjoy a supportive environment that values diversity and fosters growth, while benefiting from comprehensive health coverage and a competitive salary. If you’re passionate about gaming and want to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

100% benefits coverage for employees and dependents

Supplemental medical, dental, and vision

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Mental well-being program with free therapy

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a lead programmer role managing a team effectively.
• Strong C++ skills with experience in gameplay mechanics and tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive future gameplay features and collaborate with designers and artists.
• Prototype and iterate on gameplay features while optimizing existing systems.

Skills

C++

Game Design

Problem-solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Unreal Engine (UE4 or UE5)

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.

PROGRAMMING - GAMES

What We Do

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

What You'll Do

Come be part of the excitement and energy to help continue building Fortnite into one of the biggest games in the world! Epic Games is looking for an experienced Lead Gameplay Programmer to join Fortnite's growing Programming team. We believe that the best gameplay experiences are driven by collaboration and iteration between gameplay programmers, designers, and artists. You will play a critical role in driving future gameplay features, whether it’s new items in Battle Royale, or pushing Save the World in new, exciting directions.

In this role, you will

• Experiment with game design and use rapid prototyping while ensuring that strong architectural and algorithmic decisions are made.
• Work closely with art and design to create and iterate on gameplay features.
• Prototype and iterate on features and be willing to accept and respond to critical feedback.
• Support technical excellence of Fortnite on multiple platforms.
• Optimize and fix bugs in existing gameplay systems.
• Contribute ideas toward all aspects of the game’s production and development.
• Write robust, maintainable code.

What we're looking for

• 2+ years of experience in a lead programmer role, with demonstrated ability to manage or lead a team effectively.
• A keen analytical mind, with strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong C++ skills and the ability to code and architect gameplay mechanics and tools.
• Strong math skills.
• Unreal Engine experience (UE4 or UE5) is ideal.
• Well-versed in games and the ability to articulate what is strong/weak about the design of existing games (an interest in online games is preferred).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Console experience.
• Experience working on a live service game.

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

We pay 100% for benefits for both employees and dependents and offer coverage for supplemental medical, dental, vision, critical illness, telemedicine, Life and AD&D, long term disability insurance as well as weekly indemnity (short term disability) and a retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match. In addition to the EAP (employee assistance program), we also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.

Pay Transparency Information

The expected annual base pay range(s) for this position are detailed below. Each base pay range is relevant only for individuals who are residents of or will be expected to work within the specified locale. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors, which include (but aren’t limited to) things such as skills and competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. In addition to base pay, most employees are eligible to participate in Epic’s generous benefit plans and discretionary incentive programs (subject to the terms of those plans or programs).

British Columbia Base Pay Range $188,654 — $276,689 CAD

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.

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.