Technical Audio Designer

WHAT MAKES US EPIC?

At the core of Epic's success are talented, passionate people. 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.

Being 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.

AUDIO
What We Do

We raise the quality level of audio in all Epic game titles and technologies as well as engage with a world-class team to create amazing gaming experiences.

What You'll Do

As a member of the Epic Audio Team, you will use your technical and creative skills to the fullest, helping define the future of interactive audio technology.

In this role, you will

• Create and implement audio assets for various key Fortnite features at a high quality
• Work closely with audio, art, and design teams to troubleshoot and implement solutions
• Utilize native Unreal Engine Audio features to push the boundaries of Game Audio (MetaSounds, Audio Modulation, etc)
• Write systems/tools to empower content creators and/or improve their workflows
• Utilize Blueprint, Python, C++, Verse, and more to debug issues
• Collaborate with designers over aspects of a particular implementation that may or may not be working once in game
• Strive to deepen the technical knowledge of the audio team by learning, documenting, and giving system walkthroughs

What we're looking for

• In-depth knowledge of Unreal Engine components, including but not limited to scripting, level editor, animation, and Sequencer editors
• Proficiency in native Unreal Engine Audio workflows
• Experience with game development methodologies such as the Actor+Component model, singletons, and data-driven design
• Highly self-motivated with strong communication and organizational skills; able to manage tasks and priorities independently
• Ability to effectively debug scripting issues
• Experience creating quality audio assets using a DAW and familiarity with fundamental audio concepts and digital signal processing
• Ability to talk about and deconstruct other current games' audio quality and implementation
• Experience working on a AAA game product's audio

EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

We pay 100% for benefits for both employees (EEs) and dependents (deps). Our current benefits package includes coverage for medical, dental, and life insurance. We also offer supplemental benefits including daily meal vouchers, and commuter benefits for onsite employees.

ABOUT US

Epic Games spans across 25 countries with 46 studios and 4,500+ employees globally. For over 25 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.

Like what you hear? Come be a part of something Epic

Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Learn more about our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy here.

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