Technical Game Director

Epic Games • Cary, NC

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About The Position

Epic Games is looking for a Technical Game Director to lead a multi-platform systems design effort using Unreal Engine’s capabilities to bring LEGO gameplay to life. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with a range of game types matched by equal expertise in creating traditional game depth through systemic design. In this role, you will Create industry-leading mechanics and content systems that maximize cadence-based engagement and mobile-friendly accessibility Build a playable vision by testing fun through rapid prototyping and iterating alongside skilled engineering and art teams Establish extensible game paradigms that can be added to for years at high dev ROI Develop a compelling, shareable vision for non-technical stakeholders that’s rooted in robust, replayable systems Work alongside product management, marketing, and community teams to continually evolve the game and delight players daily by leveraging original and IP experiences

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience shipping multiple titles as a hands-on systems designer, design leader, and technical implementer
• Experience designing building-based systems and rules integrations to recreate physical play through digital experiences
• Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine systems, like Blueprints for prototyping and tuning designs
• Strong interest in the LEGO brand, lifestyle games, and player-first mobile gaming

Responsibilities

• Create industry-leading mechanics and content systems that maximize cadence-based engagement and mobile-friendly accessibility
• Build a playable vision by testing fun through rapid prototyping and iterating alongside skilled engineering and art teams
• Establish extensible game paradigms that can be added to for years at high dev ROI
• Develop a compelling, shareable vision for non-technical stakeholders that’s rooted in robust, replayable systems
• Work alongside product management, marketing, and community teams to continually evolve the game and delight players daily by leveraging original and IP experiences

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision HRA
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401k with competitive match
• Robust mental well-being program through Modern Health (free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents)
• Events and company-wide paid breaks
• Unlimited PTO and sick time
• Paid sabbatical for 7 years of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed