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Principal Research Engineer (R26569)

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Description

Epic Games' Special Projects team is looking for a Principal Research Engineer to work on high-impact projects that define the future of real-time graphics and gaming technology. The role involves hands-on research and development of advanced computer-vision, computer-graphics, and machine learning technologies for Epic's Unreal Engine and other products, including physics-based simulation, ML-based character animation, and generative animation techniques.

What We're Looking For

Research and prototype machine learning and generative approaches for game content creation.,Collaborate with development and product programmers to deploy novel technology results into Epic products.,Engage with the scientific community and contribute domain knowledge to R&D efforts.,Investigate and develop novel ideas to expand the state-of-the-art in research.,Provide expert technical guidance and implementation for technology transfer with Research Programmers and Software Programmers.,Guide and mentor junior researchers and interns.

Ideal Candidate

PhD degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Programming, or a related discipline.,Proven applied research impact in shipping titles.,Strong analytical and reasoning skills with an emphasis on innovative and practical solutions.,Excellent programming skills, preferably with Python and C++.,Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch or Tensorflow, and rapid prototyping in Python.,In-depth knowledge in one or more of: real-time graphics, computer vision, machine learning, animation, large-language models, speech recognition, speech synthesis, linguistics, performance-capture, 3D reconstruction.

Minimum Education

PhD Degree

Hard Skills

Python
C++
PyTorch
Tensorflow
real-time graphics
computer vision
machine learning
animation
large-language models
speech recognition
speech synthesis
linguistics
performance-capture
3D reconstruction

Soft Skills

Analytical skills
reasoning skills
innovative thinking
problem-solving
collaboration
mentoring

Benefits

Generous benefit plans
Discretionary incentive programs

About the Company

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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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