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Senior Language Engineer

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In-Office
3 Locations
194K-284K Annually
Senior level
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3 Locations
194K-284K Annually
Senior level
As a Senior Language Programmer, you will maintain the language compiler, ensure user experience for the Verse language, and manage the Unreal Engine scripting interface.
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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.

PROGRAMMING - UNREAL ENGINEWhat We Do

Unreal-powered projects have been on the bleeding edge of real-time entertainment for over 20 years. Our team of programming experts are always innovating to improve the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Language Programmer at Epic Games, you will be at the center of our mission to enable the next generation of game developers. We are seeking someone with a passion for programming languages and their implementation. In this role, you will work on implementing the Verse programming language and integrating it with the Unreal Engine, a new programming language developed by Epic specifically for coding game experiences at the metaverse scale.

In this role, you will
  • Build out and maintain the language compiler and tool chain
  • Work closely with language consumers to ensure an exceptional user experience
  • Design and maintain the scripting interface to the Unreal Engine
  • Fix bugs and maintain the language code base
What we're looking for
  • Fix bugs and maintain the language code base
  • Proficiency in C++
  • Well-versed in software programming principles, especially API design
  • Experience developing in a large codebase at a fast pace, making tradeoffs between usability, performance, and power

This role is open to multiple locations across North America and Europe (including CA, NYC, & WA).

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).

New York City Base Pay Range
$193,888$284,369 USD
California Base Pay Range
$213,277$312,806 USD
Washington Base Pay Range
$193,888$284,369 USD
ABOUT US

Epic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 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.

Top Skills

C++
Unreal Engine
Verse Programming Language

Epic Games Seattle, Washington, USA Office

Seattle, WA, United States

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