Lead Gameplay Programmer for Rocket League

Epic Games
Full-time vancouver, metro vancouver regional district Other-General
Posted:
June 04, 2026
Location:
vancouver, metro vancouver regional district, Canada

Job Description

Take the reins as a Lead Gameplay Programmer at Epic Games, driving gameplay innovation for Rocket League. Lead a passionate team in crafting engaging gameplay experiences while mentoring other programmers.
As a critical part of Epic Games, you'll direct gameplay teams and collaborate with designers and artists. This senior role calls for expertise in C++ and the ability to distill high-level features into actionable items. Your leadership will ensure timely delivery of core gameplay features and the overall health of the codebase.
Key Responsibilities:
• Mentor and coach gameplay programming team
• Translate high-level feature requests into actionable tasks
• Deliver gameplay features efficiently and on time
• Lead vision for gameplay systems and features
• Write code as necessary for gameplay mechanics
Requirements:
• Experience shipping AAA titles on multiple platforms
• Leadership experience in gameplay programming
• Strong C++ skills for gameplay m...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: vancouver, Canada
Posted: June 04, 2026
Deadline: July 14, 2026