Research Programmer

Epic Games; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering team at a leading gaming company, where your research will shape the future of gaming technology. As a Research Programmer, you will explore cutting-edge ideas and collaborate with talented professionals to enhance the Fortnite ecosystem. This role offers a unique opportunity to publish your findings and mentor aspiring researchers while working on state-of-the-art projects. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company provides extensive benefits, including comprehensive health coverage and mental health support. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and innovation, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

100% benefits coverage for employees and dependents

Supplemental medical coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Employee assistance program

Mental well-being program with free therapy

Qualifications

• PhD required in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related fields.
• Strong programming skills in Python and C++ are essential.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and develop innovative ideas in real-time graphics and gaming technology.
• Collaborate with team members to drive core algorithms and research.

Skills

Python

C++

Machine Learning

Computer Vision

Real-time Graphics

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Computer Science

PhD in Mathematics

PhD in Programming

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

PROGRAMMING - SPECIAL PROJECTS

What We Do

The Special Projects team at Epic is responsible for executing high-impact projects that push the envelope to define the future of real-time graphics and gaming technology. In collaboration with the Unreal Engine team, we strive to put our technology and knowledge into the hands of users, empowering developers and content creators with the most powerful suite of real-time tools in the world.

What You'll Do

We are seeking a Research Programmer to join the research team for a main internal project in the Fortnite ecosystem. They will be responsible for driving core algorithms and research, collaborating, and iterating between programmers, designers, and artists, playing a critical role in making the next generation of technology used in games within the Fortnite ecosystem.

In this role, you will

• Investigate, develop novel ideas, and expand the boundaries of the state-of-the-art in research.
• Publish and present academic papers at top conferences and journals.
• Collaborate with researchers, programmers, artists, and designers at Epic Games.
• Guide and mentor junior researchers and students in the internship program.

What we're looking for

• PhD degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Programming, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills with an emphasis on innovative and practical solutions.
• Excellent programming skills with a preference for experience with Python and C++.
• Experience working in common ML frameworks such as PyTorch or Tensorflow, and rapid prototyping in Python.
• In-depth knowledge in one or more of the following areas: real-time graphics, computer vision, machine learning, animation, large-language models, speech recognition, speech synthesis, linguistics, performance-capture, 3D reconstruction.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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.