Senior Security Engineer
Epic Games2 days ago
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Fortnite and Unreal Engine teams to evaluate security implications of existing and upcoming features.
- Identify vulnerable components in game clients and backend systems, communicate findings, and implement recommended fixes.
- Architect, implement, deploy, and maintain security initiatives for client, server, and backend components.
- Debug, modify, and optimize existing security systems.
- Develop and use AI capabilities to improve vulnerability research coverage and create novel solutions.
- Promote a security-oriented mindset across engineering teams.
Requirements
- Expert knowledge of one or more of C++, Go, or C# in a security environment.
- Familiarity with development and security practices on Windows or Linux.
- Deep technical understanding of methods used to attack or exploit networked systems.
- Understanding of malware techniques.
- Understanding of client and server sandboxing techniques for Windows or Linux.
- Understanding of cryptographic principles, especially digital signatures.
- Prior experience developing security features is preferred, particularly desktop application security or Unreal Engine experience.
Benefits
- Epic pays 100% of medical, dental, vision HRA, long-term disability, and life insurance premiums for employees and dependents.
- 401k with a competitive match.
- Mental well-being program through Modern Health, including free therapy and coaching for employees and dependents.
- Company events and company-wide paid breaks.
- Unlimited PTO and sick time.
- Paid sabbatical after seven years of employment.
About Epic Games
Epic Games builds Fortnite and operates the Epic Games Store, and develops Unreal Engine and Epic Online Services for game studios and creators. Its business model spans game sales and in-game purchases, Unreal Engine licensing and royalties, and revenue share from its storefront and services. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, this privately held company’s technology is also used in film/TV, architecture, automotive, and simulation.