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Epoch Games

Unreal Engine Technical Artist

Winston Salem, NC

$109K - $130K/yr

Company Description Epoch Games is a volunteer-based, all-online, global game development team. We ... The game is being developed using Epic Games' Unreal Engine 4 (UE4): For more information about the ...

Triiodide Studios

Gameplay Programmer (Unreal)

Boston, MA · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

... testing What You'll Bring * 3+ years of industry experience as a game developer or relevant software developer * Strong C++ and Unreal Engine skills * Strong understanding of multiplayer networking ...

Rushdown Studios

Senior Server Engineer, Unreal Engine

OR · On-site +1

$105K - $140K/yr

Founded by games industry veterans, Rushdown was created with a simple philosophy in mind: We ... Responsibilities * Port the Windows Server Target for a large Unreal Engine title to Linux ...

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How much do game tester unreal engine jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for game tester unreal engine in the United States is $18.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Game Testers for Unreal Engine?

Game Testers for Unreal Engine are quality assurance professionals who playtest games developed using Unreal Engine to identify bugs, glitches, and gameplay issues. They provide feedback to developers about the game's performance, usability, and overall user experience. Their work ensures that games run smoothly and meet quality standards before release. Game Testers often document their findings in detailed reports and may use specific testing tools or scripts related to Unreal Engine.

What is the difference between Game Tester Unreal Engine vs QA Tester?

AspectGame Tester Unreal EngineQA Tester
CredentialsBasic gaming knowledge, familiarity with Unreal EngineQuality assurance certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentGame development studios, testing Unreal Engine-based gamesSoftware or game companies, testing various platforms
Industry UsagePrimarily in game development using Unreal EngineAcross multiple software and game industries
Search IntentCompare roles focused on Unreal Engine gamesGeneral game testing and quality assurance roles

Game Tester Unreal Engine focuses on testing games built specifically with Unreal Engine, requiring familiarity with the engine's tools. QA Tester is a broader role that involves testing various software or games, often with certifications in quality assurance. While both roles involve identifying bugs and improving quality, Game Tester Unreal Engine is specialized for Unreal Engine projects, whereas QA Tester covers a wider range of products.

How does a Game Tester specializing in Unreal Engine typically collaborate with developers and designers during the testing process?

As a Game Tester focused on Unreal Engine projects, you will work closely with both developers and designers to identify, document, and communicate bugs or gameplay issues. Collaboration often involves attending team meetings, providing clear feedback through bug tracking systems, and sometimes participating in playtests to evaluate new features. You'll need a strong understanding of Unreal Engine's tools and workflows to effectively describe technical issues and suggest possible solutions. Open communication and teamwork are crucial, as your input directly impacts the game's quality and player experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Game Tester (Unreal Engine), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Game Tester focused on Unreal Engine, you need a solid understanding of gameplay mechanics, bug identification, and quality assurance processes, often supported by experience with Unreal Engine and a background in game development or testing. Familiarity with bug tracking tools (such as JIRA), Unreal Engine’s Blueprint system, and version control systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and clear communication skills help testers report issues effectively and collaborate with developers. These skills ensure the delivery of polished, bug-free games and contribute to a smoother development cycle.
Infographic showing various Game Tester Unreal Engine job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 8% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 53% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 46% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,039 per year, or $18.3 per hour.
Unreal Engine C++ Programmer

Unreal Engine C++ Programmer

Epoch Games

Winston Salem, NC

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Epoch Games is a volunteer-based, all-online, global game development team. We have no centrally-located headquarters and are unincorporated at this time. The founding members were originally modders developing the total conversion Middle Earth Roleplaying Project (MERP) mod for the Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim:
http://www.moddb.com/mods/merp-middle-earth-roleplaying-project
Currently Epoch Games is developing The Lays of Althas: Sundered Order (LoA:SO). LoA:SO is an in-development indie open-world RPG set in an original fantasy world. The game is being developed using Epic Games' Unreal Engine 4 (UE4):
https://www.unrealengine.com/
For more information about the game, please check out our IndieDb page:
http://www.indiedb.com/games/the-lays-of-althas-sundered-order
NOTE: Although Epoch Games does have a formal office at the listed address, we are a fully-online team at this time. Communication is mostly done via Slack (an instant messaging application) and Trello (an online project collaboration tool).

Job Description

In this volunteer position you will be working closely with other members of the Coding department to develop C++ code for the Lays of Althas: Sundered Order (LoA:SO). We are using Epic Game's Unreal Engine 4 (UE4) to develop the game, and knowledge of how C++ code interacts with UE4 is required. Knowledge of Blueprint scripting in UE4 is recommended, but not required.

Communication is key to a smooth and efficient pipeline, you must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with other team-members and not be afraid to ask should any problems arise. We are an English-speaking team, so English fluency is a must.

If you are comfortable with teaching, you may be called upon to aid the more junior members of the team in any relevant area.

Other duties include: attending Slack meetings (Slack is an instant messaging we communicate with), reporting the progress of the Programming team on a weekly basis and following team policies.

NOTE: This is not an Internship. We are not looking for short-term Interns. We are looking for long-term Volunteer Programmers who have previous experience developing in Unreal Engine with C++ experience.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • C++ programming experience
  • Unreal Engine 4 experience, and how C++ code interacts with it
  • Having created and completed at least 1 Unreal Engine project/game (using C++)
  • Providing clear and legible code
  • Knowledge or experience working with Ascent Combat Framework (ACF) or Gameplay Ability System (GAS)
  • Online communication, team-collaboration skills, and English fluency
  • A passion for coding and a dedication to creating AAA quality games

Preferred Requirements:

  • Blueprint scripting experience
  • Git Experience
  • UI (User Interface) experience
  • At least 1 Unreal Engine project (using C++) prepared to show prior to the interview. If you do not have one, we can give you an assignment to complete (we will give you 2 weeks to complete it) to test your abilities.
Additional Information

Required Software:

  • Unreal Engine 4 (https://www.unrealengine.com/register)
  • Visual Studio Community Edition (https://visualstudio.microsoft.com/downloads) with Unreal Engine packages
  • Git SCM (https://git-scm.com) and GIT LFS (https://git-lfs.github.com)

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