Job Description

Overview

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 looking for a Game Designer to join our Ecosystem Design team. In this role, you'll utilize your experience, proficiency in cosmetic monetization, and knowledge of UGC ecosystems to help shape the future of cosmetics in the Fortnite universe.

In this role, you will

• Sustain and expand existing cosmetic systems by introducing fresh content, interactions, and behaviors using your technical skills
• Collaborate closely with artists, programmers, and other designers to ensure cosmetic features are cohesive, functional, and visually compelling
• Support others in brainstorming and conceptualizing new cosmetic mechanics and initiatives
• Analyze player behavior and feedback to refine cosmetic systems and ensure a high-quality player experience
• Help define and maintain best practices and design guidelines for cosmetic systems within the team

What we're looking for

• 5+ years of gameplay design and/or cosmetics development experience
• Proficiency in UE5 blueprint and/or visual scripting languages; comfortable with regular hands-on development
• Experience with all stages of development, from pitch & prototype to shipping & live support
• Ability to drive initiatives, with a desire to move quickly and challenge the status quo
• Knowledgeable about the Fortnite Ecosystem and its offerings
• Demonstrated ability to improvise and creatively solve problems
• Strong communication and presentation skills

This role is open to multiple locations in North America (including CA, NYC, & WA).

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).

New York City Base Pay Range

$140,069-$205,434 USD

California Base Pay Range

$123,260-$180,782 USD

Washington Base Pay Range

$112,055-$164,348 USD

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 here.

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