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Lead Gameplay Programmer, Fortnite
Lead Gameplay Programmer, Fortnite
Epic Games is seeking a Lead Gameplay Programmer to lead a team focused on developing and evolving core gameplay systems for Fortnite. This role involves driving technical vision, ensuring code quality, and mentoring team members within a collaborative game development environment.
About the role
About the Role
Epic Games is looking for a Lead Gameplay Programmer to join our Fortnite team. In this role, you’ll lead a team of talented gameplay programmers to create and evolve core gameplay systems for Fortnite. You will be responsible for driving the technical vision, ensuring high-quality code, and mentoring your team members.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of gameplay programmers, providing technical guidance and mentorship.
- Drive the technical design, development, and implementation of core gameplay systems in Fortnite.
- Collaborate with design, art, and production teams to bring game features to life.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality, performant, and maintainable code.
- Identify and resolve complex technical challenges.
- Contribute to the overall technical vision and strategy for Fortnite.
- Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging technologies.
Qualifications
- Strong proficiency in C++.
- Extensive experience with Unreal Engine.
- Proven experience leading and mentoring a team of programmers.
- Deep understanding of gameplay systems, networking, and multiplayer game development.
- Ability to debug and optimize complex game systems.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- A passion for making and playing games, especially Fortnite.
Skills
C++Unreal EngineGameplay systemsNetworkingMultiplayer gamesGame DevelopmentLeadershipMentoringCommunication