Principal Geometry Programmer Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Principal Geometry Programmer (R26611)
Department
Engineering
Location
Vancouver, Canada
Product
Unreal Engine
Company
Epic Games
Requisition ID
R26611
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.

PROGRAMMING – UNREAL ENGINE

What We Do
Unreal-powered projects have been on the bleeding edge of real-time entertainment for over 20 years. Our team of programming experts are always innovating to improve the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.
What You’ll Do
We are looking for a Principal Geometry Tools Programmer with deep knowledge of modern geometry processing techniques. The ideal candidate will combine this specialist knowledge with strong coding abilities, be self-motivated and be able to design and implement new mesh-based geometry algorithms and engine features while collaborating with users. You will directly impact others’ productivity by developing user-facing tools for one of the leading game engines used by developers worldwide.
In this role, you will
Read and implement cutting-edge geometry processing papers as Unreal Engine features
Collaborate with our Machine Learning group to integrate ML/AI systems into our geometry tools
Solve open-ended algorithmic problems by developing robust and practical solutions
Design and implement tools, engine features and editor user interfaces for Unreal Engine 5
Communicate directly with users and developers to gather requirements and design solutions
Work independently to make and own implementation decisions
Resolve bugs and workflow issues for our internal teams and licensees
What we’re looking for
Excellent C++ skills
Computer Science PhD or Master’s Degree with a focus on modern geometry processing or equivalent experience
Strong knowledge of applied linear algebra and numerical methods
Experience applying machine learning techniques is preferred but not required
Experience writing tools that improve the user experience of the consumer in game development or similar field
Experience developing in a large codebase; ideally, experience designing and implementing a tool from the ground up
Experience developing in Unreal Engine is preferred
Demonstrated ability to communicate fluently in English, both written and verbally

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS

=

EPIC LIFE

We pay 100% for benefits for both employees and dependents and offer coverage for supplemental medical, dental, vision, critical illness, telemedicine, Life and AD&D, long term disability insurance as well as weekly indemnity (short term disability) and a retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match. In addition to the EAP (employee assistance program), we also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.
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).
British Columbia Base Pay Range
$274,049—$401,939 CAD