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Required SkillsProficiency in Unreal Engine, C++, Blueprint visual scriptingProficiency in Unity, C#, Shader programming
Work EnvironmentTypically in AAA studios or high-end indie projects using Unreal EngineCommon in mobile, indie, and cross-platform projects using Unity
CertificationsUnreal Engine certifications, programming coursesUnity certifications, programming courses
Industry UsagePopular in high-fidelity graphics and immersive experiencesFavored for mobile, 2D, and rapid prototyping projects

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Senior Game Security Engineer

Senior Game Security Engineer

Epic Games

Cary, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted yesterday

Job description

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. Whether it's building award-winning games or crafting engine technology that enables others to make visually stunning interactive experiences, we're always innovating.
Being Epic means being a part of a team that continually strives to do right by our community and users. We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development.
ENGINEERING - EPIC GAMES SERVICES
What We Do
Driving the plug-in power behind Unreal Engine 5. We bridge connections for licensees and our own internal game teams to online services. This allows games like Fortnite to utilize a combination of platform online services as well as Epic's own online services to build cross-platform online features. Login, parties, voice chat, matchmaking, purchasing, cloud storage, and analytics are just a few examples of online features that our Online Game Services team helps games utilize.
What You'll Do
Epic Games is looking for a Senior Game Security Engineer to join our Anti-Cheat team and work with not only our titles but a wide variety of games from around the world. You'll join a team with many years of experience writing robust software that protects the game instances of millions of players per day. You'll write code in an extremely unique and fast-paced environment to counteract cheats while minimizing invasiveness. If you are passionate about reverse engineering, computer security, OS internals, anti-debugging, software protection, you are in the right place. This is an incredible opportunity to create a safe environment for millions of players and advance industry best practices.
In this role, you will
  • Apply deep knowledge of operating system internals to detect and prevent the latest cheating techniques
  • Champion Linux anti-cheat capabilities for Epic
  • Reverse engineer cheats and other malicious software
  • Actively seek out the next opportunity to make an improvement
  • Communicate regularly with internal and external game developers to meet their unique needs
  • Build a strong overall understanding of our game security systems
  • Work closely with anti-cheat data analysts to quickly iterate on new techniques
What we're looking for
  • Expert knowledge of C/C++ in a security environment
  • Deep knowledge of Linux and Windows OS internals
  • Familiarity with development and security practices on Linux and Windows
  • Experience debugging and reverse engineering x86-64 binaries
  • Understanding of online multiplayer video game architectures
  • Experience working with data analytics to solve, prevent, or monitor problems at scale
  • Understanding of code obfuscation techniques
EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE
Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.
ABOUT US
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.

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