Epic Games

Cary

Gameplay Designer

FULL TIME ON-SITE MID

Posted 8 days ago

Quick Summary

Role Overview

Epic Games is seeking an experienced Senior Gameplay Designer to join a dynamic team working on a high-profile collaboration with Disney. You will design and implement gameplay abilities, combat mechanics, and systems to deliver a deep player experience.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of major features like combat mechanics and gameplay systems
Implement technical design solutions directly in the engine while working with engineers
Maintain high quality standards for design and contribute to big picture decisions
Create structured design documents and lead collaborative prototyping processes
Iterate and debug gameplay features to reach a polished shippable state
Prioritize critical tasks and adapt quickly to changing project needs

Requirements Snapshot

Minimum of five years of experience shipping multiple titles as a game designer
Strong background in combat systems and action game mechanics
Proficiency in implementing features directly in engine using scripting or visual scripting
Deep understanding of multiplayer games and player motivations
Knowledge of systems design and networking fundamentals

Expected Impact

You will play a critical role in shaping the gameplay experience for a major collaboration between Epic Games and Disney. By owning features from concept to polish, you will ensure the delivery of high-quality mechanics that define the core player experience. Your technical contributions and design leadership will directly influence the success of this innovative interactive project.

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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 an experienced Senior Gameplay Designer to join our dynamic team, contributing across various aspects of game design for our collaboration with Disney. In this role, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement gameplay abilities, combat mechanics, and gameplay systems that deliver a deep, satisfying player experience.

In this role, you will

Own the design and implementation of various major features, such as gameplay systems, character design, combat mechanics, driving features from concept to a polished, shippable state
Implement technical design solutions directly in engine, working closely with engineers to build, iterate, and debug gameplay features
Set and maintain high-quality standards for design, actively participating in big-picture decisions to drive superior results
Create clear, structured design documents and drive collaborative, iterative prototyping processes, both paper-based and in-game
React quickly to project needs, contributing wherever the team needs you the most, accurately prioritizing critical tasks

What we're looking for

Minimum 5+ years of experience shipping multiple titles as a game designer, with a strong focus on combat systems, ability design, or action game mechanics
Proven ability to implement gameplay features directly in engine (Unreal Engine preferred), including scripting, visual scripting, or light programming
Deep passion for multiplayer games with a wide breadth of game knowledge and understanding of player motivations
Ability to react quickly to changing project needs and directions, along with strong problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented mindset
Experience with multiplayer games, systems design, and networking fundamentals

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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