Senior Software Engineer, Audio Engine
Epic Games21 hours ago
Responsibilities
- Develop and improve cross-platform real-time communication features from design through implementation and delivery.
- Architect and maintain real-time voice communication systems across Epic Games teams and products.
- Provide technical leadership, evaluate new technologies, resolve blockers, and drive long-horizon projects independently.
Requirements
- Highly proficient in C++ with strong command of performance-critical systems.
- Experience with low-level game audio engines.
- Experience designing and maintaining C APIs for broad platform distribution.
- Ability to independently own and deliver complex, long-horizon projects.
- Strong communication, cross-team alignment, and technical decision-making skills.
- WebRTC signaling concepts, protocols, architecture, and large-scale WebRTC debugging or optimization experience are preferred.
Benefits
- Epic pays 100% of medical, dental, vision HRA, long-term disability, and life insurance premiums for employees and dependents.
- Benefits include a 401k with competitive match, Modern Health therapy and coaching, unlimited PTO and sick time, company-wide paid breaks, employee events, and a paid sabbatical after seven years.
Tech Stack
Categories
Gaming
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.