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Senior Programmer, AI and Creation Tools

Epic GamesCary,North Carolina,United StatesEngineering Generalist
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Salary
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Job type
Full-time
Experience
Senior
Posted
5 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

This position suits an experienced programmer with a strong background in developing artist tools who wants to advance content creation workflows in Cary, North Carolina. Epic Games is hiring a Senior Programmer for AI and Creation Tools to evolve artist capabilities within the Unreal Editor.

Role Overview

Epic Games seeks a Senior Tools Programmer based in Cary, North Carolina to improve artist tools inside the Unreal Editor, focusing on geometry processing, texturing processing, terrain authoring, and procedural generation. The position involves supporting both user-driven and agentic workflows by exploring and implementing interaction paradigms that accelerate content creation.

Key Responsibilities

Support and extend existing artist tools for internal and external users
Refactor existing tools to be more accessible and effective for agentic workflows
Create new tools at the intersection of user-driven and agent-driven content creation
Collaborate with artists on internal projects and productions
Work with other developers across team boundaries on shared initiatives
Contribute to major initiatives that shape the future of the Unreal Editor

Requirements

Excellent C++ skills
Strong background in developing artist tools within the games or film industry
Experience with geometry processing, texture processing, or procedural generation
Fluency in using current agentic tools and workflows for programming tasks
Track record of exploring and applying AI capabilities to advance artist workflows
Experience developing in a large codebase
Ability to work independently and deliver effectively as part of a distributed team
Experience working collaboratively to deliver high-quality outcomes across teams

Skills and Tools

C++
Unreal Editor
Geometry and texture processing tools
Procedural generation systems
Agentic programming tools and AI workflows

Salary and Benefits

Covers 100% of medical and dental premiums for employees and dependents
Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
401k with competitive match
Robust mental well-being program through Modern Health providing free therapy and coaching
Unlimited PTO and sick time
Company-wide paid breaks and events
Paid sabbatical for 7 years of employment

About the Company

Epic Games is an interactive entertainment company operating for over 30 years. The organization creates award-winning games and Unreal Engine technology, which empowers developers to build high-fidelity interactive experiences across PC, console, mobile, and VR. The technology is utilized across gaming, media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design.

How to Apply

Candidates should apply directly on the official Epic Games careers page.

Skills and tech stack

C++Unreal Editor

Questions candidates ask

Where is the Senior Programmer, AI and Creation Tools position located?

The role is located in Cary, North Carolina, United States.

What core technical skills are required for this role?

Applicants need excellent C++ skills, experience developing artist tools for the games or film industry, familiarity with a large codebase, and fluency in agentic tools and AI workflows.

What specific areas of Unreal Editor will this programmer focus on?

The focus areas include geometry and texturing processing, terrain authoring, and procedural generation within the Unreal Editor.

What benefits does Epic Games provide for this position?

Epic Games pays 100% of medical and dental premiums for employees and dependents, offers a 401k match, unlimited PTO and sick time, mental health support through Modern Health, life insurance, and a paid sabbatical after 7 years.

How should I submit my application?

Interested candidates must apply through the official Epic Games careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Epic Games careers page.

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