Senior Game Security Engineer

Epic Games; North Carolina; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Dental + Vision

401k with match

Unlimited PTO

Sabbatical after 7 years

Mental health program

Job summary

Epic Games is seeking a Senior Security Engineer focused on game security to advance anti-cheat capabilities for Fortnite. You will work on dedicated server and backend code, collaborating with client teams and game teams to build secure, scalable systems.

Ideal candidates have strong C++ skills and backend experience with Unreal Engine exposure. This role offers a challenging, high-impact environment with opportunities to influence industry security practices.

Qualifications

• BSc in CS/Software Engineering or related; candidates without a degree with proven hands-on experience are welcome.
• Excellent C++ debugging and development skills.
• Fluency in Go, Java, or C# (or similar).
• Self-starter with creative, methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to design and architect system frameworks, APIs, and tools.
• Understanding of online multiplayer game architectures.
• Technical understanding of online service backends.

Responsibilities

• Design and build backend services or features that power Fortnite anti-cheat or related security capabilities, and implement corresponding game code.
• Read, debug, and write Fortnite code in C++ and backend services in Go.
• Identify vulnerabilities in Fortnite client/backend and communicate recommendations; implement when appropriate.
• Debug, modify, and optimize existing security systems for Fortnite client and backend components.
• Ensure Fortnite runs well for players and services are resilient at scale; assist in diagnosing live issues.

Skills

C++

Go / Java / C#

Unreal Engine

Backend design

Debugging

Education

BSc in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

Go

C++

Java

C#

Unreal Engine

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.

ECOSEC

What We Do

Our ECOSEC team provides a safer experience for Epic's users. We work across multiple products and services to improve technology and craft transparent policies so our players and users can have positive experiences on our platforms.

What You'll Do

Epic Games is looking for a Senior Security Engineer focused on Game Security to develop and improve anti-cheat capabilities within our games. Your efforts will be critical to the success of Fortnite and the many creators who depend on it. The ideal candidate would have prior experience in developing gameplay features and backend services. We are particularly interested in those that have prior experience working with Unreal Engine. Your primary focus will be on the dedicated server and backend code, but you will partner closely with teams writing client code as well as game teams, ensuring that the underlying systems that are built are full-featured, resilient, and secure. This is an incredible opportunity to create a safe environment for millions of players and advance industry best practices.

In this role, you will

• Design and build new backend services or features that power Fortnite anti-cheat or related security capabilities, as well as implementing corresponding game code

• Read, debug, and write code for Fortnite in C++ and associated backend services in Go

• Proactively seek out vulnerable components in the Fortnite game client or backend, then clearly communicate the problem and recommended solution, implementing it as well if appropriate Influence others to maintain a security oriented mindset

• Debug, modify, and optimize existing security systems for both the Fortnite game client and backend components

• Ensure Fortnite is operating well for players and that our services are resilient at scale. Assist in diagnosing and resolving Live issues

What we're looking for

• BSc in Computer Science/Software Engineering or related subject - candidates without a degree are welcome as long as they have proven extensive hands-on experience

• Excellent knowledge and debugging skills in the C++ programming language

• Fluency in Go, Java, C#, or similar programming language

• Self-starter, you approach challenges creatively and methodically, seeing them through to final resolution

• Ability to code and architect system frameworks, new APIs, and tools. Versed in software programming principles

• Understanding of online multiplayer video game architectures

• Technical understanding of the structure and technology stacks of online service backends

• User-focused, passionate, solutions-focused, and innovative. These traits equal success at Epic and influence everything we do

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 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.

Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!

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