Jobs at Epic Games

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Epic Games, headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, pioneered the Unreal Engine and built the global phenomenon Fortnite. The studio’s focus on cutting‑edge graphics, real‑time rendering, and cross‑platform gameplay has positioned it as a leader in game technology and cloud services.

Epic hires across the entire tech stack: Software Engineers, Gameplay Programmers, Graphics Artists, Audio Designers, QA Testers, Product Managers, and community‑facing roles like Marketing and Customer Support. Candidates can expect a collaborative environment with short development cycles, regular feedback loops, and the chance to work on high‑visibility projects that reach millions of players worldwide.

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Staff Software Engineer - VALORANT, Progression

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 04, 2023

Riot Games is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to work on the VALORANT team. The role involves designing and building full-stack features, collaborating with other disciplines, and supporting live services. The company offers a range of benefits and a focus on work-life balance.

Senior Software Engineer - Esports

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 03, 2023

Riot Games, founded in 2006, is a leading video game developer and esports organizer, best known for League of Legends. The company has experienced significant growth and success, hosting the most-watched League of Legends Worlds Championship and launching global tournaments for VALORANT, Wild Rift, and Legends of Runeterra. Riot Games is committed to innovation, with a focus on enhancing the fan experience through initiatives like Project Stryker. The company is currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer for the Esports Discover team, responsible for building player-facing experiences and contributing to technical direction, design, and implementation.

Senior Director of People Operations

Company: Mythical Games

Location: Remote

Posted Mar 03, 2023

Mythical Games, a venture-backed game technology company, is seeking a Sr. Director of People Operations to lead their global team. The role involves managing various aspects of People Operations, including total rewards, policies, employee relations, benefits, immigration, relocation, employee experience, people analytics, HRIS, talent acquisition operations, and workflow/process improvement. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of relevant experience in HR/People Operations in high-growth technology environments, preferably with global experience. They should be passionate about developing high-performance teams, have deep benefits knowledge, and be well-versed in compliance and applicable employment laws. The candidate should also have superb communication and relationship-building skills, and a deep passion for positive people experience.

Software Engineer III (Tools & Pipeline TL) - Unpublished R&D Product

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 02, 2023

The text describes a Senior Software Engineer role at Riot Games, focusing on team cohesiveness, cross-team objectives, and driving tooling features. The role requires experience in game development, tools development, and technical leadership. The company offers a positive work environment, competitive compensation, and benefits.

Character Concept Artists

Company: 1047 Games

Location: Remote

Posted Mar 04, 2023

1047 Games is a VC-backed company founded in 2017 by Ian Proulx and Nicholas Bagamian in their Stanford dorm room. They are known for creating the unique sci-fi first-person shooter, Splitgate, which adds portal guns to the genre. The company has raised over $120MM in funding and is looking for a passionate concept artist to work on a new shooter in the Splitgate universe.

VFX Artist III, Characters - VALORANT

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 04, 2023

This job posting is for a Senior VFX Artist position at Riot Games for their game VALORANT. The role involves designing and implementing special effects, working closely with other artists, and ensuring visual satisfaction and gameplay clarity. The position requires 5+ years of professional experience and specific software skills. The company offers a positive work environment, competitive salary, and benefits.

Lead Environment Concept Artists

Company: 1047 Games

Location: Remote

Posted Mar 04, 2023

1047 Games is a company that creates games, specifically a unique sci-fi first-person shooter called Splitgate. They are looking for a concept artist to join their team, requiring skills in 2D drawing, 3D software, and strong communication.

Senior Weapon Concept Artist

Company: 1047 Games

Location: Remote

Posted Mar 04, 2023

1047 Games is a VC-backed company founded in 2017 by Ian Proulx and Nicholas Bagamian in their Stanford dorm room. They are known for creating Splitgate, a unique sci-fi first-person shooter with portal guns. The company is currently working on a new shooter in the Splitgate universe. They are looking for a passionate FPS game enthusiast with strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with various disciplines.

IP Counsel

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 04, 2023

The Riot Legal Team is responsible for providing the highest quality legal services that align with Riot's mission of putting players first. They focus on player interests in all areas of intellectual property law, including IP litigation, enforcement, prosecution, and clearance. The role involves supporting Riot's global patent, trademark, and copyright protection strategies, and working closely with outside counsel and a small team of in-house attorneys and paralegals.

Senior Software Engineer - VALORANT, Build Systems

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 04, 2023

The text describes a Senior Software Engineer role on the VALORANT Build Systems team at Riot Games. The role involves designing, implementing, maintaining, and improving build and release technologies for VALORANT. The ideal candidate should have 5 years of software engineering experience, 3 years in C# or Java, and experience working in a collaborative development environment. The role requires working with VALORANT developers and stakeholders, as well as central technology teams at Riot. The company offers a positive work/life balance, medical and dental insurance, parental leave, and a 401k with company match. The base salary range is between $143,000 USD - $201,000 USD.

Staff Software Engineer - VALORANT, Console Tech

Company: Riot Games

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 03, 2023

Riot Games is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for their Foundations Console team, focusing on technical direction for bringing VALORANT to console players. The role involves creating and/or contributing to best practices, designing and building systems, owning complex technical problems, and collaborating with production and engineering teams. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, 6+ years of professional software development experience, proficiency in C++ or similar programming language, and experience with console certification processes. Desired qualifications include experience with Unreal Engine games, multigenerational console titles, and building core engine capabilities.

Scan Capture Specialist

Company: Rockstar Games

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Mar 04, 2023

Rockstar Games is seeking an experienced Scan Capture Specialist to direct shoots at their unique performance capture studio in Long Island, NY. The role involves directing scan shoots for face and body data acquisition, instructing talents to meet specific performance expectations, and working alongside other departments in the R&D of various aspects of their pipelines. The successful candidate will be responsible for directing all scan shoots for 3D and 4D data acquisition, calibrating and maintaining scan rigs, liaising with other department leadership, creating training material for talents, and reviewing and producing reports post scan shoots. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in Facial Action Coding System (FACS), previous experience directing/working with actors, and a genuine enthusiasm for facial and body anatomy and motion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Epic Games?
Employees describe Epic as a fast‑moving, highly creative hub where experimentation is encouraged. The culture emphasizes player impact, data‑driven decisions, and a flat hierarchy that lets ideas rise from any level. Work often involves tight sprints, cross‑disciplinary collaboration, and a strong focus on technical excellence and artistic vision.
What types of positions are available at Epic Games?
Epic actively recruits for roles such as Software Engineer – Graphics, Gameplay Programmer, AI Engineer, Full‑Stack Developer, Game Designer, 3D Artist, Audio Engineer, QA Lead, Product Manager, Community Manager, Marketing Analyst, Finance Analyst, and Legal Counsel. Open positions span on‑site, hybrid, and fully remote arrangements across multiple locations.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Showcase a portfolio that demonstrates mastery of Unreal Engine tools, publish relevant demos or mods, and quantify achievements (e.g., reduced load times by 25%). Highlight collaborative projects, be ready to discuss player‑centric design decisions, and tailor your resume to the specific Epic role. Finally, express genuine enthusiasm for the studio’s innovations and community‑driven culture.

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