Senior Tools Programmer

1 Week ago • 4-8 Years • Animation • $119,600 PA - $176,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Tools Programmer at Epic Games, you will lead the development of motion design features (2D compositing, material design, particle simulation, etc.), integrate these tools with the Unreal Engine ecosystem (Sequencer, Movie Render Queue, USD, etc.), and advance linear content production tools. This role requires strong C++ programming skills, familiarity with motion design workflows, UX/UI development experience, and excellent team leadership and communication abilities. You'll collaborate with visionaries to push the boundaries of virtual production, empowering artists and streamlining workflows for digital storytelling.
Must have:
  • C++ programming expertise
  • Motion design workflow familiarity
  • UX/UI development experience
  • Team leadership and collaboration
  • Excellent communication skills
Perks:
  • 100% employer-paid benefits for employees and dependents
  • Supplemental medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Mental well-being program
  • EAP (employee assistance program)

Job Details

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

Are you passionate about transforming the creative process in Linear Content Production and Motion Design? Epic Games is seeking a talented and innovative Tools Engineer to join our Virtual Production team. In this role, you'll develop cutting-edge tools that enhance both motion design and linear content workflows, playing a crucial part in the evolution of digital storytelling. At Epic Games, you'll collaborate with a team of visionaries dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in virtual production. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on innovation and is eager to make a significant impact in the industry. Your work will empower artists and creators, streamline workflows, and enhance the overall production experience. If you're excited about crafting tools that inspire creativity and drive the future of content creation, we'd love to have you on our team!

In this role, you will

  • Lead the development of our Motion Design feature set, including 2D layer compositing, material designer, cloners and particle simulation, media playback, and UX/UI.
  • Support the integration of motion design and linear content creation tools with other parts of the Unreal ecosystem such as Sequencer, Movie Render Queue, USD, Remote Control, nDisplay and real time graphics features.
  • Advance the linear content production tools in Unreal Engine.

What we're looking for

  • Programming experience, with a strong emphasis on C++.
  • Familiarity with Motion Design workflows.
  • Experience with UX/UI development.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Ability to lead a team of developers.
  • Excellent communication skills.

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).

British Columbia Base Pay Range
$188,645$276,680 CAD

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 .

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 .

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Founded in 1991, Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Epic operates Fortnite, one of the world’s largest games with over 350 million accounts and 2.5 billion friend connections. Epic also develops Unreal Engine, which powers the world’s leading games and is adopted across industries such as film and television, architecture, automotive, manufacturing, and simulation. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content. Epic has over 40 offices worldwide with headquarters in Cary, North Carolina.

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