Epic Games
Lead Gameplay Programmer
Cary,North Carolina,United States
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About the role
- We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.
Responsibilities
- Manage a team of seasoned gameplay programmers and be the primary hub of communication and information for other disciplines
- Deliver core gameplay features efficiently and on time, and speak up when the team is over- or under-scoped
- Propose and review technical design, systems, and technical approaches to ensure that they satisfy requirements and promote a healthy codebase
- Work closely with art and design leads to ensure gameplay mechanics meet functional requirements and uphold our high standards
- Work closely with other programming disciplines to integrate systems in support of the player experience
- Experience developing gameplay physics systems (simulation, collision, character/vehicle physics, etc.)
Requirements
- Experience with network replication systems (client-server prediction, state synchronization, lag compensation)
- Proven track record delivering live-service games or AAA MMO titles built on Unreal Engine
- Proven leadership experience managing high-performing programming teams on shipped AAA titles
- Experience using AI coding assistants (e.g., Claude Code) to improve development efficiency and streamline programming workflows
Skills
- 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.
Compensation
- Experience with network replication systems (client-server prediction, state synchronization, lag compensation)
Benefits
- Lead the vision for different gameplay systems and features and write code and do system design as needed
Company info
- 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!
- Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.
- 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.
- Unreal projects have been leading the pack of real-time entertainment with our constantly growing team of engineering experts.
- We're always improving on the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.
- 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!
- Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer.
- Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.
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