Senior Programmer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Programmer (Gamedev): Implementing functionality across a variety of online features that power Fortnite game modes such as Battle Royale, LEGO, Rocket Racing, and Disney experiences with an accent on building tools and APIs for creators using the Unreal Engine Editor for Fortnite (UEFN). Focus on improving the Unreal Engine by building new tools and APIs that will be utilized by AAA game developers to add online features to their games.

Location: Bellevue, United States. This role is open to multiple locations across the US (including WA).

Salary: $202,965 — $297,682 USD

Company

hirify.global spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally.

What you will do

• Design and build new client APIs for online features that power various Fortnite experiences.
• Utilize online services effectively in Fortnite across all platforms and ensure that all certification requirements are met.
• Ensure Fortnite is operating well for players and that online services usage is resilient at scale; assist in diagnosing and resolving Live issues.
• Design and build new tools and APIs in the Unreal Engine that make it easier for all developers to implement online features.
• Write documentation to explain technical requirements and designs.
• Support the Unreal Engine developer community.

Requirements

• Excellent C++ knowledge and debugging skills.
• Self-starter, you approach challenges creatively and methodically, seeing them through to final resolution.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines and teams.
• Ability to code and architect system frameworks, new APIs, and tools.
• Experience utilizing online services in games or game engine technologies.
• Experience with shipping AAA games on consoles (Xbox, Nintendo, Playstation) or mobile (Android, iOS).

Culture & Benefits

• Epic prides itself on creating a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment.
• Part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users.
• Constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.