Senior Security Programmer
Epic Games4 months ago
Responsibilities
- Design and build backend services and features supporting Fortnite anti-cheat and related security capabilities.
- Implement corresponding game code and work with teams writing Fortnite client code and game systems.
- Read, debug, and write Fortnite code in C++ and backend service code in Go.
- Identify vulnerable components in the Fortnite client or backend, communicate recommended solutions, and implement fixes when appropriate.
- Debug, modify, and optimize security systems across the Fortnite client and backend.
- Help ensure resilient service operation at scale and assist with diagnosing and resolving live issues.
Requirements
- BSc in Computer Science, Software Programming, or a related subject, or proven extensive hands-on experience in place of a degree.
- Excellent knowledge of and debugging skills in C++.
- Fluency in Go, Java, C#, or a similar programming language.
- Ability to code and design system frameworks, APIs, and tools using sound software programming principles.
- Understanding of online multiplayer video game architectures and online service backend technology stacks.
- Creative, methodical problem-solving skills and the ability to drive challenges through final resolution.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid benefits for employees and dependents, including medical, dental, vision, critical illness, telemedicine, life and AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability coverage.
- Retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match.
- Employee assistance program and free therapy and coaching through Modern Health for employees and dependents.
About Epic Games
Founded in 1991, Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company and provider of 3D engine technology. Epic operates Fortnite, one of the world’s largest games with over 350 million accounts and 2.5 billion friend connections. Epic also develops Unreal Engine, which powers the world’s leading games and is adopted across industries such as film and television, architecture, automotive, manufacturing, and simulation. Through Unreal Engine, Epic Games Store, and Epic Online Services, Epic provides an end-to-end digital ecosystem for developers and creators to build, distribute, and operate games and other content. Epic has over 40 offices worldwide with headquarters in Cary, North Carolina.