Build Programmer, Fortnite @ Epic Games
placeGreater Vancouver, BC
attach_money CA$140,000
businessOn Site
scheduleFull Time
Posted 12 hours ago
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Email Hiring Manager
******* @epicgames.com
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Job Details
About the Role
The Build Programmer, Fortnite at Epic Games works on maintaining and enhancing the CI/CD Pipeline that supports Fortnite and its developers. This role involves collaborating with developers, QA, and production teams to optimize workflows, maintain the build infrastructure both on-premise and in the cloud, and support release operations through on-call rotations.
What You Will Do
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows.
- Maintain and troubleshoot the build infrastructure for Fortnite.
- Develop creative solutions for efficient CI/CD Pipeline operations.
- Support release processes via on-call rotation.
- Work on tool improvements and process enhancements for the Fortnite ecosystem.
What We Are Looking For
- Experience with build systems and pipeline tools for games or engines.
- Proven shipping platform experience (e.g., Sony PlayStation, Microsoft Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS).
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in C#, batch files, shell scripts, and other scripting languages.
- Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Google, etc.).
- Familiarity with revision control systems such as Perforce, Git, or PlasticSCM.
Epic Benefits & Culture
Epic Games offers comprehensive benefits covering medical, dental, vision, and more for both employees and dependents. Enjoy a competitive retirement savings plan, a robust mental well-being program, and a dynamic, innovative work environment as part of a globally spread team working on award-winning games and technology.
Key skills/competency
- CI/CD
- Build systems
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Scripting
- Collaboration
- Game Development
- Pipeline Tools
- On-call Support
- Tool Enhancement
- Optimization
How to Get Hired at Epic Games
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight CI/CD and build system skills.
- Research Epic Games: Familiarize yourself with their engine technology.
- Prepare technical examples: Showcase real-world pipeline issue resolutions.
- Practice collaboration scenarios: Demonstrate teamwork experiences.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review CI/CD pipeline fundamentals.
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Brush up on cloud platform configurations.
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Practice scripting with C# and shell.
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Test common build system troubleshooting.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe past teamwork experiences.
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Explain problem solving under pressure.
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Discuss handling on-call release issues.
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Share conflict resolution examples.
Frequently Asked Questions
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