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Epic Games

Engine Programmer

Cary, NC · On-site

ENGINEERING - UNREAL ENGINE What We Do Unreal-powered projects have been on the bleeding edge of real-time entertainment for over 20 years. Our team of engineering experts are always innovating to ...

Studio Wildcard

Sr. Engine Programmer

Bellevue, WA · Remote

We are looking for a Senior Engine Programmer, a true tinkerer at heart who wants to get their ... Dive into the Unreal Engine C++ source code to implement complex refactors and engine upgrades that ...

Room 8 Group

NY · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

... Unreal Engine 5 open‑world project. This role focuses on building the internal tools that enable ... You'll have significant ownership, influence technical direction, mentor engineers, and collaborate ...

T hera Bytes GmbH

$80 - $100/hr

... Engine 5. The game features a realistic, military-focused setting with a strong emphasis on ... We are searching for an Unreal game developer intern (Pflichtpraktikum / mandatory internship) who ...

SIDE

$125 - $150/hr

We're looking for a Senior Unreal Engine Engineer with deep expertise across gameplay systems, animation, object interactions, physics, UI, C++, and Blueprint development to help drive the technical ...

Side

Senior Game Developer / UE5 Engineer

$125K - $165K/yr

We're looking for a Senior Unreal Engine Engineer with deep expertise across gameplay systems, animation, object interactions, physics, UI, C++, and Blueprint development to help drive the technical ...

Together Group

Senior GIS Specialist

Sarasota, FL · On-site +1

ArcGIS Maps SDK for Unreal Engine) to import, geo-reference, and integrate GIS data into real-time 3D environments and digital twins. - Collaborate closely with Unreal Engine developers, 3D artists ...

Together Group

Senior GIS Specialist

Sarasota, FL · On-site

ArcGIS Maps SDK for Unreal Engine) to import, geo-reference, and integrate GIS data into real-time 3D environments and digital twins. - Collaborate closely with Unreal Engine developers, 3D artists ...

Hasbro

Senior Unreal Tools Engineer

Renton, WA

$117K - $161K/yr

... engineers. We are a team of people with strong work life balance while working to deliver top quality technology! If this is exciting to you, please apply! What You'll Do: * Work with Unreal engine ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for unreal engine engineers in the United States is $89,897.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $104,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Unreal Engine Engineers vs Unity Developers?

AspectUnreal Engine EngineersUnity Developers
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science, experience with Unreal Engine, C++ proficiencyBachelor's in Computer Science, experience with Unity, C# proficiency
Work EnvironmentGame development studios, AAA and indie projectsMobile, indie, and casual game studios
Industry UsagePrimarily in high-end, graphics-intensive games and simulationsMobile games, 2D/3D projects, AR/VR applications
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for high-fidelity graphics and performanceCompared for ease of use and versatility

Unreal Engine Engineers specialize in high-end, graphics-intensive projects using Unreal Engine and C++, often in AAA game studios. In contrast, Unity Developers focus on mobile, indie, and AR/VR projects with Unity and C#. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in industry focus and development environment.

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Infographic showing various Unreal Engine Engineers job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 98% Full Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,897 per year, or $43.2 per hour.

Engine Programmer

Cary, NC • On-site

Epic Games
PC Games • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Epic Gamesexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 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 - UNREAL ENGINE
What We Do
Unreal-powered projects have been on the bleeding edge of real-time entertainment for over 20 years. Our team of engineering experts are always innovating to improve the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.
What You'll Do
The Fortnite Tech Desktop team is looking for an experienced Engine Programmer to enhance the player experience on the PC platform. You will work with other engineers and directly contribute to building and improving our Desktop platform support to an industry-leading state.
This role covers a wide range of specialties, focusing on stability and performance engineering and ensuring critical features are available and performant for the Fortnite user base.
In this role, you will
  • Analyze and resolve stability and performance problems of Fortnite on a wide range of PC hardware configurations; this includes identifying solutions in such areas as:
    • Solving CPU and GPU performance and compatibility issues
    • Making improvements to platform toolchains, i.e., compiler/linker support, SDK upgrades, platform-specific data management tools, debugger integration, crash reporting, etc.
    • Improvements in low-level systems that interface with platform APIs, i.e., memory allocators (physical and virtual), file systems, and input systems
  • Monitor stability and performance data from Fortnite releases, address live issues that players are facing, and improve Unreal Engine's systems and applications in Fortnite-specific use cases
  • Build and maintain Fortnite's support across PC storefronts, operating systems, and architectures, including Epic Games Store and Microsoft Store builds and Windows on ARM
  • Collaborate with a variety of other Epic teams within Fortnite and Unreal Engine to help them solve complex technical challenges in ways that move the stability and quality of Fortnite and our internal products forward
What we're looking for
  • Strong C++ knowledge and multi-threaded programming techniques; ability to code and architect various core engine systems
  • Experience in profiling and optimizing a large codebase
  • Ability to diagnose, debug, and action complex problems coming from a live-service title and experience in handling stability issues
  • Demonstrated ability to reason about and debug large, interacting systems from the macro-level to the micro-level
  • Experience with Linux, such as profiling and optimizing code that also runs on servers, is preferred
  • Experience with OS-level systems, Windows/Linux APIs, and common frameworks is a plus
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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