Gameplay Designer

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 seeking an experienced Senior Gameplay Designer to join our dynamic team, contributing across various aspects of game design for our collaboration with Disney. In this role, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement gameplay abilities, combat mechanics, and gameplay systems that deliver a deep, satisfying player experience. In this role, you will - Own the design and implementation of various major features, such as gameplay systems, character design, combat mechanics, driving features from concept to a polished, shippable state - Implement technical design solutions directly in engine, working closely with engineers to build, iterate, and debug gameplay features - Set and maintain high-quality standards for design, actively participating in big-picture decisions to drive superior results - Create clear, structured design documents and drive collaborative, iterative prototyping processes, both paper-based and in-game - React quickly to project needs, contributing wherever the team needs you the most, accurately prioritizing critical tasks What we're looking for - Minimum 5+ years of experience shipping multiple titles as a game designer, with a strong focus on combat systems, ability design, or action game mechanics - Proven ability to implement gameplay features directly in engine (Unreal Engine preferred), including scripting, visual scripting, or light programming - Deep passion for multiplayer games with a wide breadth of game knowledge and understanding of player motivations - Ability to react quickly to changing project needs and directions, along with strong problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented mindset - Experience with multiplayer games, systems design, and networking fundamentals This role is open to multiple locations across the US (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—$233,448 USD California Base Pay Range $123,260—$205,434 USD Washington Base Pay Range $131,665—$219,441 USD ABOUT US Epic Games​ ​is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 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. Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.