Epic Games · 2 weeks ago
Senior Systems Designer, Matchmaking
Cary, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expEpic Games is a leading company in the gaming industry known for its innovative approach to game and engine development. They are seeking a Senior Systems Designer for Matchmaking systems to enhance player experiences in their popular title Fortnite, focusing on collaborative design and cross-platform functionality.
Developer PlatformGamingMetaverseSoftwareVideo Games
Responsibilities
Design and implement cross-platform matchmaking experiences that are native to each platform, emphasizing player journey value and fairness
Develop and validate ranking and skill experiences, including creating formulas, mathematical estimations, and prototypes with partner teams
Deliver and update world-class multiplayer experiences with a community-first approach, ensuring player connection and safety through features like voice chat, parties, and multiplayer lobbies
Collaborate with UX/UI, engineering, design, production, community, user research, analytics, business, marketing, and insights teams to design, validate, and iterate on online multiplayer systems
Articulate, document, and present key pillars and philosophies of competitive multiplayer game system design trends, recommending ways to evolve Fortnite systems while leveraging the franchise's best elements; Set clear design goals and deliverables, focusing on achieving a high-quality, cohesive experience for all players across all platforms
Foster and maintain collaborative relationships across all development disciplines to ensure a world-class production process that avoids silos and reinforces a unified product vision
Partner with cross-disciplinary performance, user research, community, support, insights, and marketing teams to deliver high-quality game systems that drive long-term player excitement and engagement
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience designing game systems with an emphasis on matchmaking or progression
2+ years of experience shipping updates and new features to players on a regular cadence or similar experiences that have transferable years of experience
Highly analytical - eager and comfortable monitoring data streams and working daily with Data Scientists, Analysts, and Product Managers to align on product goals
Strong stakeholder management across teams (Progression, Marketing, Product Management, Gameplay Design, Competitive Operations, and Art & Cosmetics)
Deep experience in Competitive PvP Games required; exposure to Mobile, F2P, Live Service, or broader Progression Systems is welcome
Have experience around multiplayer matchmaking including telemetry collection / usage, maintaining and balancing/planning large and interconnected systems and player experiences on a cross platform PC and console online title
Demonstrated talent for empathizing with players and a deep understanding of player motivations, forms of play, and the effects of goal setting on play
Interest in ranked and competitive play in Fortnite or other multiplayer games, with an understanding of what makes them effective
Benefits
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.
Company
Epic Games
Epic Games is an interactive entertainment company that develops games and offers its game engine technology to other developers.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.86BKey Investors
The Walt Disney CompanySonyDisney Accelerator
2024-06-10Series Unknown
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-02-07Corporate Round· $1.5B
Leadership Team
Randy Gelber
Chief Financial Officer
Tera Randall
Vice President, Communications and Policy
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