Senior Security Engineer (Application Security)

Quick Facts

• Role: Senior Security Engineer (Application Security)

• Focus: Protect online services and game client/server components against exploits and attacks

Description

You will develop and improve application security for services, products, and games, collaborating with Fortnite and Unreal Engine teams to address security implications of current and upcoming features. The role includes proactive vulnerability research in the Fortnite game client and backend, implementing recommended fixes, and debugging/optimizing existing security systems. You will also use AI capabilities to expand vulnerability research coverage and develop novel solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Fortnite and Unreal Engine teams on security implications and propose changes

• Identify vulnerable components in the Fortnite client or backend, communicate issues, and implement solutions

• Influence others to maintain a security-oriented mindset

• Architect, implement, deploy, and/or maintain security initiatives for client, server, and backend components

• Debug, modify, and optimize existing security systems for client, server, and backend components

• Build and use AI capabilities to increase vulnerability research coverage and develop novel solutions

Requirements

• Expert knowledge in one or more programming languages in a security environment: C++, Go, or C#

• Familiarity with development and security practices on Windows or Linux

• Deep technical understanding of methods used to attack or exploit networked systems

• Understanding of malware techniques

• Understanding of client and server sandboxing techniques for Windows or Linux

• Understanding of cryptographic principles, especially digital signatures

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance (100% premium coverage for you and dependents)

• 401k with competitive match

• Mental well-being program through Modern Health (free therapy and coaching for employees and dependents)

• Unlimited PTO and sick time; paid sabbatical after 7 years of employment

• Company paid breaks and employee events