Audio Engineering Director

Audio Engineering Director

Epic Games invites you to lead audio technology at the forefront of real-time entertainment. You will direct the audio engineering pillar across our Unreal Engine ecosystem and shape tools, workflows, and runtime systems that enable creators worldwide.

Location

Redmond, WA

Compensation

Base salary range: $262,259—$384,646 USD.

Overview

Epic Games is a leading innovator in games, engine technology, and content creation tools. At Epic, talent drives success. We collaborate, welcome diversity, and give back to our community. We constantly innovate to raise the bar in engine and game development.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage audio programming teams supporting Unreal Engine and Epic first‑party games.
• Mentor audio programming team leads and foster a culture of technical excellence, sustainable growth, and knowledge sharing.
• Coordinate with audio engine leadership, production, and audio technical directors to align priorities and balance team capacity.
• Partner with other engineering directors to ensure audio technology is integrated, scalable, and aligned with broader engine and company goals.
• Help define long‑term technical direction for audio workflows, tools, and runtime systems supporting creators at all experience levels.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in game audio, real‑time audio systems, or related software development.
• Strong C++ skills and engineering fundamentals, with experience architecting large‑scale systems.
• Demonstrated success driving tool or pipeline development that supports creative workflows at scale.
• Proven experience leading and developing engineering teams or technical leaders.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment while balancing long‑term strategy with near‑term execution.

Benefits

Epic covers 100% of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance premiums for you and your dependents. We offer a 401(k) with competitive match, unlimited PTO and sick time, paid breaks, and a paid sabbatical after seven years of employment. Mental well‑being resources include free therapy and coaching through Modern Health.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Epic Games deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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