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To succeed in an Unreal Engine Internship, a strong grasp of 3D graphics, C++ or Blueprints scripting, and basic knowledge of game development pipelines is essential, often supported by relevant coursework or a portfolio. Familiarity with Unreal Engine tools, asset management systems, and optionally certifications like Unreal Authorized Training can provide a technical edge. Being proactive, receptive to feedback, and effective in teamwork and communication helps interns integrate with development teams. These skills and qualities are vital for producing high-quality work, learning quickly, and contributing meaningfully to real-world projects in a fast-paced environment.

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Unreal Engine C++ Programmer

Unreal Engine C++ Programmer

Epoch Games

Winston Salem, NC

Other

Posted 9 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)