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Principal Physics Programmer

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Montréal, QC
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Montréal, QC
Expert/Leader
The role involves implementing and maintaining physics systems in Unreal Engine, collaborating with teams for innovative physics solutions and optimizing performance.
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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.

PROGRAMMING - UNREAL ENGINEWhat We Do

Unreal-powered projects have been on the bleeding edge of real-time entertainment for over 20 years. Our team of programming experts are always innovating to improve the tools and technology that empower content developers worldwide.

What You'll Do

The Epic Games Unreal Engine Simulation team is looking for an experienced Programmer with a strong passion for physics and math to help implement new physics systems and maintain existing systems in Unreal Engine 5 and beyond. You will work closely with content creators and members of our engine team, building the world’s premier game physics engine technology and helping to set a new standard in simulation.

In this role, you will
  • Participate in the Implementation and maintenance of new physics systems within Unreal Engine focusing on the core physics engine systems and tooling with an eye for performance optimization and scalability
  • Become the vision holder for the future direction of physics simulation, physics features and API for the Chaos physics engine and related systems
  • Maintain the existing physics engine and integration into the Unreal Engine
  • Be expected to be forward-thinking with keeping up to date on current and future techniques, research, hardware, etc.
  • Collaborate with project teams to solve difficult and novel physics problems, enabling the creation of new and exciting mechanics for players
What we're looking for
  • Proven track record implementing simulation solvers or engines for real-time applications in shipped titles
  • Master’s or PhD in Computer Science or Physics required; completed coursework in games physics preferred
  • Strong C++ knowledge and excellent math skills
  • In depth knowledge of rigid body dynamics, collision detection/response and low level optimization techniques
  • Experience with other game physics engines such as Havok, PhysX, Bullet, etc.
  • Passion for physics and making physics work in the game world
EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE

We pay 100% for benefits for both employees and dependents and offer coverage for supplemental medical, dental, vision, critical illness, telemedicine, Life and AD&D, long term disability insurance as well as weekly indemnity (short term disability) and a retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match. In addition to the EAP (employee assistance program), we also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.

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.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: Epic does not accept any unsolicited resumes or approaches from any unauthorized third party (including recruitment or placement agencies) (i.e., a third party with whom we do not have a negotiated and validly executed agreement). We will not pay any fees to any unauthorized third party. Further details on these matters can be found here.

Top Skills

Bullet
C++
Havok
Physics Engines
Physx
Unreal Engine

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