ENGINEERING - UNREAL ENGINEWhat We DoUnreal-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 DoWe’re looking for an experienced Technical Artist who will contribute to innovative uses of the Unreal Engine on a daily basis. Your primary goal would be to empower licensees to solve technical/artistic issues in their projects and push the boundaries of the Unreal Engine. Your primary tasks will involve directly interacting with licensees, contributing to the development of the engine, and creating content that showcases the capabilities of Unreal in ways that inspire and educate.In this role, you willEngage licensees in-person, via video, or over email to achieve the best possible resultsDiagnose and solve problems Unreal Engine licensees may be having with their projectsWork with customers and technical partners from multiple industries to ensure features meet their needsSupport a wide variety of projects across many industriesDrive the creation and development of knowledge sharing-resources such as live presentations, whitepapers, tutorials, and knowledge base articlesContribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the Unreal EngineProvide mentorship and coaching to team membersWhat we're looking forUser-focused, passionate, self-sufficient, solutions-focused, and innovative. These traits equal success at Epic and influence everything we doSkilled in multiple aspects of the Unreal Editor such as: creation of sophisticated Blueprint scripts, materials, particle effects, animation setups, scene/level creation, lighting, performance optimization, virtual production, or linear/live content compositingCapable of performing various tech art-related tasks such as: shader development, visual effects creation, level construction, rigging and animation, procedural generation, or pipeline automationStrong written/verbal communication skills including the ability to train others, or give technical presentations to audiences with varying technical backgroundsKnowledgeable of one or more scripting languages such as HLSL, Python, MEL, or MaxScriptExperienced in releasing 3D real-time mobile, console, or PC games; or relevant experience in Manufacturing, Architecture/Engineering/Construction, Media & Entertainment, or Training and Simulation industriesEPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFEOur 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.
