Lead Gameplay Programmer

PROGRAMMING – GAMES

What We Do

Unreal projects have been leading the pack of real-time entertainment with our constantly growing team of engineering experts. We’re always improving on the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.

What You’ll Do

We are seeking an experienced Lead Gameplay Programmer to direct gameplay teams within Rocket League. You’ll drive the gameplay engineering team and play a critical role in feature development for upcoming seasons.

In this role, you will

• Mentor and coach a team of gameplay engineers, serving as the primary communication hub across disciplines
• Distill high-level feature requests into actionable work items and delegate effectively
• Deliver core gameplay features on time, flagging when the team is over- or under-scoped
• Define the vision for gameplay systems and features
• Propose and review architecture and technical approaches to ensure they meet requirements and support a healthy codebase
• Write code directly when needed

What we’re looking for

• Professional game development experience, including shipping AAA titles
• Experience leading a gameplay engineering team on shipped AAA titles
• Strong C++ skills with the ability to design and implement gameplay mechanics and tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience working on a live service game
• Excellent communication skills
• Multi-platform development experience is a plus
• Passion for games is a plus

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

We pay 100% for benefits for both employees and dependents and offer coverage for supplemental medical, dental, vision, critical illness, telemedicine, Life and AD&D, long term disability insurance as well as weekly indemnity (short term disability) and a retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match. In addition to the EAP (employee assistance program), we also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.

Pay Transparency Information

The expected annual base pay range(s) for this position are detailed below. Each base pay range is relevant only for individuals who are residents of or will be expected to work within the specified locale. Compensation varies based on a variety of factors, which include (but aren’t limited to) things such as skills and competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. In addition to base pay, most employees are eligible to participate in Epic’s generous benefit plans and discretionary incentive programs (subject to the terms of those plans or programs).