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Game Designer, Activities

Cary, NC · On-site

$143K/yr

What You'll Do Epic Games is seeking a Senior Game Designer, Activities Design to join our dynamic ... team and contribute to various aspects of objectives and encounter design for our collaboration ...

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Senior Game Designer

Cary, NC · On-site

What You'll Do Epic Games is seeking an experienced Senior Game Designer to join our Music team, contributing across various aspects of music-based gameplay and interactive experiences. In this role ...

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Senior Systems Designer, Progression

Cary, NC · On-site

$94K - $101K/yr

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Senior Systems Designer, Progression to tackle high-level engagement challenges across the Fortnite ecosystem. This includes innovating existing systems ...

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Lead Gameplay Designer

Cary, NC · On-site

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Gameplay Designer to help create compelling gameplay experiences across combat, progression, systems, moment-to-moment mechanics, and live gameplay content ...

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Senior Game Security Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

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 ...

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Technical Designer in Animation

Cary, NC · On-site

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Technical Designer in Animation (TDiA) to join our team working across various animation systems. As a TDiA, you will use your animation sense and technical ...

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Senior Game Security Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

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 ...

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Senior Environment Artist

Cary, NC · On-site

$117K - $140K/yr

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for experienced Senior Environment Artists to help build ... Taking basic game designs and concept art, utilizing Unreal Engine, and bringing new points of ...

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Environment Outsource Lead

Cary, NC · On-site

What You'll Do Epic Games is searching for an experienced Environment Outsource Lead to help build ... Communicate cross-discipline with artists, level designers, game designers, and production to ...

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AI Programmer

Cary, NC · On-site

$119K - $132K/yr

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for an experienced AI Programmer to join the Fortnite Battle ... designers, and artists. You will play a critical role in driving future gameplay AI features in ...

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Senior Technical Designer in Animation

Cary, NC · On-site

$98K - $112K/yr

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Senior Technical Designer in Animation (TDiA) to join our team working across various animation systems. As a TDiA, you will use your animation sense and ...

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Modeling Outsource Lead

Cary, NC · On-site

... designers, and production to understand the needs and goals of props being created * Provide and ... ABOUT US Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been ...

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Character Animation Lead

Cary, NC · On-site

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Character Animation Director to join our Special ... Collaborate closely with engineers and technical designers to design scalable, flexible animation ...

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Senior Technical UI Designer

Cary, NC · On-site

What You'll Do As an experienced Senior Technical UI Designer, you will work closely with UX ... ABOUT US Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been ...

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Animation Systems Programmer

Larkspur, CA · On-site

$167K - $245K/yr

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for an experienced Animation Systems Programmer for our ... Write technical documentation and designs * Conduct exploratory research to pioneer and develop ...

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Senior Data Scientist

Cary, NC · On-site

What You'll Do Epic Games is looking for a Senior Data Scientist to support the meta-progression ... Partner with progression and quest product managers and designers to identify opportunities for our ...

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Counsel (Litigation)

Cary, NC · On-site

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Epic Games is known for its collaborative and innovative culture, prioritizing creativity, experimentation, and employee well-being. The company's structure is divided into various teams, including game development, engine development, and research, with a focus on open communication and knowledge sharing across departments. Working at Epic Games may appeal to candidates who are passionate about game development, enjoy working on cutting-edge technology, and value a dynamic, fast-paced work environment with opportunities for growth and professional development.

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Epic Games is a leading game development company known for its innovative and ambitious projects, such as the popular game Fortnite, and its commitment to pushing the boundaries of interactive entertainment. The company's workplace culture values creativity, collaboration, and technical expertise, offering employees opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects and contribute to the development of new technologies. Joining Epic Games can provide professionals with a chance to be part of a dynamic and rapidly growing company, with opportunities for career growth, skill development, and making a meaningful impact in the gaming industry.
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Game Designer, Activities

Epic Games

Cary, NC • On-site

$143K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 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.
DESIGN
What We Do
Put your design skills to work at a cutting-edge company that challenges the norm. From character and level design to competitive gameplay and system design, help shape the future of interactive entertainment at Epic.
What You'll Do
Epic Games is seeking a Senior Game Designer, Activities Design to join our dynamic team and contribute to various aspects of objectives and encounter design for our collaboration with Disney. In this role, you'll leverage your experience, design tool expertise, and a sense of gameplay to elevate the game's quality and delight players with fresh experiences.
In this role, you will
  • Drive objectives and encounters to advance the project's gameplay and in-game progression
  • Deliver varied and scalable content across worlds to enhance design velocity as the project grows
  • Quickly iterate on encounter and objective design elements while upholding the high Epic quality standards on a project of this scale
  • Shape compelling and replayable experiences that align with Epic and Disney's long-term gameplay vision
What we're looking for
  • Minimum of 4+ years' experience shipping multiple AAA titles as a game designer
  • Proficiency in using major game engines (e.g., UE5)
  • Visual scripting experience is a must
  • Deep experience in PvPvE objective and encounter design, crucial for the project's evolving scope
  • Demonstrated ability to improvise and creatively solve problems
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to adapt quickly to changing project needs
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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