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ENGINEERING - EPIC GAMES SERVICES

What We Do

Driving the plug-in power behind Unreal Engine 5. We bridge connections for licensees and our own internal game teams to online services. This allows games like Fortnite to utilize a combination of platform online services as well as Epic’s own online services to build cross-platform online features. Login, parties, voice chat, matchmaking, purchasing, cloud storage, and analytics are just a few examples of online features that our Online Game Services team helps games utilize.

What You'll Do

EOS SDK powers Epic’s online experiences—connecting players across first and third party titles through Epic Account Services and Online Services. It includes a full suite of features: Account services and social graph systems, game-centric match management, and more. But this isn’t just REST API access. EOS SDK simplifies complex integration with query batching and native platform support—built for all developers, from indie teams to AAA studios. Learn more at dev.epicgames.com. As Engineering Lead, you’ll guide a team of engineers in building and supporting the EOS SDK across platforms: desktop, mobile, and console. The SDK serves a wide range of developers, from Fortnite and internal teams to third-party partners. You’ll help contribute to efforts that span multiple teams, offering continuity and judgment as we move toward shared goals. The SDK team is full of self-starters working on a diverse set of initiatives. A successful candidate will help to foster an open, supportive culture in which everyone can be successful and their authentic self.

In this role, you will

• Deep familiarity with the codebase will be expected; onboarding includes hands-on resolution of real issues.
• Uphold the high coding standards through regular code reviews.
• Triage and contribute to the resolution of complex bugs and issues through technical discussion.
• Support a team of software engineers through performance management, career development, and hiring when needed.
• Lead a team in developing and maintaining a client SDK which interacts with backend systems.
• Partner with stakeholders to define priorities and expectations that translate to a clear, deliverable scope of work.
• Deliver ongoing, transparent communication with a focus on expectations, fostering trust with internal stakeholders and external partners.

What we're looking for

• 7+ years of software engineering industry experience developing online systems
• 2+ years of experience in a management role
• Ability to manage a team’s strategy, its roadmap, and update stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of a project
• Strong background in C++; familiarity with mobile-focused languages like Java, Kotlin, or Swift is a plus
• Proven track record of building and growing teams, and delivering production-quality software, especially in SDK or platform contexts
• Experience leading teams that support live, online products, including system health, monitoring, and troubleshooting

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

Our 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.