Senior Tools Programmer

Job Description

PROGRAMMING - UNREAL ENGINE

What We Do

Unreal-powered projects have been on the bleeding edge of real-time entertainment for over 20 years. Our team of programming experts are always innovating to improve the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.

What You'll Do

Are you passionate about transforming the creative process in Linear Content Production and Motion Design? Epic Games is seeking a talented and innovative Tools Programmer to join our Virtual Production team. In this role, you'll develop cutting-edge tools that enhance both motion design and linear content workflows, playing a crucial part in the evolution of digital storytelling. At Epic Games, you'll collaborate with a team of visionaries dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in virtual production. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on innovation and is eager to make a significant impact in the industry. Your work will empower artists and creators, streamline workflows, and enhance the overall production experience. If you're excited about crafting tools that inspire creativity and drive the future of content creation, we'd love to have you on our team!

In this role, you will
• Advance the linear content production tools in Unreal Engine, including shot management, asset management and supporting editorial workflows.
• Improve artists' workflows for lighting, layout and animation.
• Lead the development of our Motion Design feature set, including transition logic, playlists, cloners, and UX/UI.
• Support the integration of motion design and linear content creation tools with other parts of the Unreal ecosystem such as Sequencer, Movie Render Queue, USD, Remote Control, nDisplay and real time graphics features.

What we're looking for
• Programming experience, with a strong emphasis on C++.
• Familiarity with Linear Content creation workflows.
• Familiarity with Motion Design workflows.
• Experience with UX/UI development.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to lead a team of developers.
• Excellent communication skills.

This role is open to multiple locations in North America (including CA & WA).

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).

California Base Pay Range

$215,921 — $316,683 USD

Washington Base Pay Range

$202,965 — $297,682 USD

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-rn26x3-18-118-226-117-42 in your application.