Tools Programmer - Editor Workflow Systems

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

We're looking for a Tools Programmer to work on the development of the Unreal Engine Editor, who enjoys building front-end workflows that make Unreal Editor great for all users, from designers to programmers. From editor systems like asset editors, tab manager, gizmos, to managing keybinds, we have a wide problem space for you to jump into and make an impact for millions of users.

In this role, you will
• Design, implement, and improve content creation tools and Editor APIs, such as tab managers, docking stacks, and keybind systems
• Analyze and fix problems in the Unreal Editor to improve the codebase
• Work with stakeholders in all disciplines (i.e. programmers, artists, and designers) to identify areas for improvements, gather feedback, and design solutions for users' needs in the Unreal Editor
• Support external customers by answering their technical requests and questions
• Work collaboratively across many of Epics' internal teams to improve the user experience and workflows within Unreal Editor.

What we're looking for
• Excellent C++ skills
• Experience developing in a large codebase
• Experience with at least one UI Framework (i.e. WPF/XAML, Slate, WinForms, Qt)
• Experience developing tools that improve the user experience, iteration, and development time in game development or other fields
• Ability to work cross-discipline, from content creators to programmers, from UX designers to QA analysts.
• A passion for improving the customer experience beyond code. Some examples of your passion may be - participating in UX design, developing automated tests, or adding profiling and analytics to monitor user behaviors
• Someone who is user-focused, solutions-focused, and innovative. These traits equal success at Epic and influence everything we do

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-gkmkz8-3-144-9-115-42 in your application.