Lead Engine Programmer, Core Systems (R27006)
Description
This role involves leading a team of systems programmers at Epic Games, focusing on improving the performance of existing core engine technologies such as loading, memory management, serialization, and concurrency. The position is also responsible for delivering new, high-impact, engine-critical features directly to Unreal Engine, UEFN, and Fortnite. The successful candidate will participate in technical discussions, review designs, identify risks, manage team outcomes, and drive cross-team collaboration, all while maintaining high technical quality and supporting team growth and career progression.
What We're Looking For
Participate in technical discussions, review technical designs and proposals, identify technical risks, evaluate tradeoffs, challenge existing thinking, and contribute directly to the codebase.,Plan and deliver work with the team while balancing timelines, company priorities, team health, and sustainable work practices.,Set clear goals for the team and define growth opportunities that support individual development and long-term success.,Drive cross-team collaboration by fostering inclusivity, visibility, and clear communication across programming groups.,Maintain a high bar for technical quality while supporting performance management, feedback, and career progression.
Ideal Candidate
A proven track record of driving and delivering long-running, complex technical solutions.,Strong ability to reason about large, interacting systems and their performance characteristics.,High proficiency in C++.,Experience working with core engine or system-level codebases.,Ability to operate autonomously while aligning with broader technical direction.,Good knowledge of the Unreal Engine reflection system and serialization versioning is a plus.
Hard Skills
Soft Skills
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off including 'Epic Breaks' (company-wide shutdowns), wellness programs, and professional development opportunities.
About the Company
Epic Games, Inc.
Epic Games is an American video game and software developer and publisher based in Cary, North Carolina. The company is best known for developing the Unreal Engine, the globally popular game Fortnite, and operating the Epic Games Store digital storefront.
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