Gameplay Designer

What You’ll Do

Epic Games is seeking an experienced Senior Gameplay Designer to join our dynamic team, contributing across various aspects of game design for our collaboration with Disney. In this role, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement gameplay abilities, combat mechanics, and gameplay systems that deliver a deep, satisfying player experience.

• Own the design and implementation of various major features, such as gameplay systems, character design, combat mechanics, driving features from concept to a polished, shippable state
• Implement technical design solutions directly in engine, working closely with engineers to build, iterate, and debug gameplay features
• Set and maintain high-quality standards for design, actively participating in big-picture decisions to drive superior results
• Create clear, structured design documents and drive collaborative, iterative prototyping processes, both paper-based and in-game
• React quickly to project needs, contributing wherever the team needs you the most, accurately prioritizing critical tasks

• Minimum 5+ years of experience shipping multiple titles as a game designer, with a strong focus on combat systems, ability design, or action game mechanics
• Proven ability to implement gameplay features directly in engine (Unreal Engine preferred), including scripting, visual scripting, or light programming
• Deep passion for multiplayer games with a wide breadth of game knowledge and understanding of player motivations
• Ability to react quickly to changing project needs and directions, along with strong problem-solving skills and a solution-oriented mindset
• Experience with multiplayer games, systems design, and networking fundamentals

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.

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.