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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.\nBeing 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.\nENGINEERING - SPECIAL PROJECTS\nWhat We Do\nThe Special Projects team at Epic is responsible for executing high-impact projects that push the envelope to define the future of real-time graphics and gaming technology (The Matrix Awakens, Lumen in the Land of Nanite). 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You will also help identify potential issues and deploy correct solutions, using your technical knowledge to help bridge and facilitate communication between the animation team and other departments.\nIn this role, you will\nArchitect, implement, and maintain core animation systems used across the Special Projects team\nWork closely with other engineers, animators, technical animators, product designers, leads and external technology partners across multiple teams and time zones\nWrite technical documentation and designs\nConduct exploratory research to pioneer and develop innovative animation systems and techniques that push the boundaries of what is possible in real-time production\nWhat we're looking for\nExtensive experience writing C++ applications\nExcellent linear algebra skills and applications of linear algebra in software \nExperience with rigging systems, animation state machines, low-level animation systems, physics-based, procedural, and/or IK animation systems\nExperience with multi-threaded programming and system tasks such as graphics, audio, I/O, networking, memory handling, debuggers, etc.\nExperience with application-level programming, such as script compilers and user-facing tools\nStrong artistic intuition and an eye for quality animation; as technical tooling becomes more advanced, you prioritize the visual \"feel\" of the animation to ensure it meets the highest standards\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, self-motivated, and able to work independently\nCreativity in problem-solving and the ability to think outside of the established solutions\nKnowledge of ML/AI and its potential applications\nSomeone who is user-focused, passionate, solutions-focused, and innovative. These traits equal success at Epic and influence everything we do\nEPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE\nOur 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.\nCalifornia Base Pay Range\n$167,399—$245,519 USD\nABOUT US\nEpic 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.\nLike what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic!\nEpic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. 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