Senior Programmer

Job Description

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

The Fortnite Player Journey team is looking for a software programmer who is passionate about games and well-versed in C++, creating and maintaining systems for a live-service product, integrating with backend services, and driving UI with reusable data paradigms. In this role, you'll work on impactful systems to help players socialize with their friends and find their new favorite game in Fortnite, all while promoting a safe, fun experience for all.

In this role, you will
• Architect, plan, and implement new features with systemic approach
• Write robust, maintainable code with a focus on the future
• Optimize and fix bugs in new and legacy systems
• Integrate backend systems in support of the player experience
• Collaborate with the cross-discipline team on cutting-edge features that support player experiences across Fortnite
• Work closely with backend developers to align on service and client goals
• Work closely with art and design leads to ensure that UI meets aesthetic and functional requirements

What we're looking for
• Exceptional C++ programming skills
• Experience developing features for games across multiple platforms
• Interest in social, frontend, and gameplay-adjacent areas of game development
• Interest in player safety and user-generated-content curation
• Passion for games and great user experiences
• Keen analytical mind and mature problem-solving skills
• Unreal Engine development experience preferred

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.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rzwokq-3-139-87-113-42 in your application.