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Independent Contractor Video Game Writer Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Epic Games

Senior Game Security Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

You'll write code in an extremely unique and fast-paced environment to counteract cheats while ... Understanding of online multiplayer video game architectures * Experience working with data ...

Epic Games

Senior Game Security Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

Read, debug, and write code for Fortnite in C++ and associated backend services in Go * Proactively ... Understanding of online multiplayer video game architectures * Technical understanding of the ...

AGBO

Senior Technical Designer, Events

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$99K - $106K/yr

AGBO is an artist-led independent studio founded by Anthony and Joe Russo, known for shaping the ... video game title, contributing to innovative event design and ensuring a high-quality player ...

AGBO Films LLC

Senior Technical Designer, Events

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$99K - $106K/yr

Founded in 2017 by Anthony and Joe Russo, AGBO is an artist-led independent studio shaping the ... video game title. Working closely with the Live Events Director, you will help bring the vision to ...

AGBO

Senior Technical Designer, Events

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$99K - $106K/yr

Founded in 2017 by Anthony and Joe Russo, AGBO is an artist-led independent studio shaping the ... video game title. Working closely with the Live Events Director, you will help bring the vision to ...

AGBO

Senior Technical Designer, Events

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$99K - $106K/yr

Founded in 2017 by Anthony and Joe Russo, AGBO is an artist-led independent studio shaping the ... video game title. Working closely with the Live Events Director, you will help bring the vision to ...

Xsolla

AI-First Engineering Intern

Raleigh, NC

$20 - $25/hr

Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring ... You'll work closely with senior engineers who are actively rebuilding how we write software, and ...

Epic Games

Senior Environment Artist

Cary, NC · On-site

$117K - $140K/yr

At minimum, 5 years of professional experience in the video game industry building environments and ... Excellent written and verbal English communication skills EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE Our ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for independent contractor video game writer in Raleigh, NC is $23.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.98 and $27.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Independent Contractor Video Game Writer vs Freelance Video Game Writer?

AspectIndependent Contractor Video Game WriterFreelance Video Game Writer
CredentialsPortfolio, writing experience, industry knowledgePortfolio, writing samples, industry knowledge
Work EnvironmentContract basis, remote or on-site, project-specificRemote or freelance basis, project-based
Employer UsageHired directly by game studios or publishers as a contractorHired through platforms or direct contacts, often for short-term projects
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for contractual and project scope differencesCompared for flexibility and freelance opportunities

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Infographic showing various Independent Contractor Video Game Writer job openings in Raleigh, NC as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,109 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

Senior Game Security Engineer

Epic Games

Cary, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

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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