Senior Online/Network Programmer (Unreal Engine)

Location: Hybrid in Paris, Île-de-France, France

Company

hirify.global.

What you will do

• Design and implement the network architecture for a multiplayer game in Unreal Engine from preproduction onward.
• Define networking strategies and deliver concrete networking features with the Game Programmers.
• Set and monitor latency, bandwidth, and stability targets using Unreal Insights.
• Own network TRC compliance across consoles and identify certification blockers early.
• Set up and maintain continuous integration and automated network testing.
• Train gameplay programmers on networking best practices and document technical decisions for gameplay programmers and QA.

Requirements

• Strong command of Unreal Engine with hands-on experience in networked gameplay programming, including replication, RPCs, and prediction.
• Knowledge of Unreal gameplay building blocks.
• Experience with console certification, including TRC and its networking requirements.
• Comfort with network profiling and simulation tools such as Unreal Insights, Clumsy, or equivalent tools.
• Professional proficiency in French and English.
• Ability to explain complex technical topics clearly, work autonomously, solve problems through to completion, accept feedback, and question personal decisions.
• Curiosity about low-level systems.

Nice to have

• Experience with the Gameplay Ability System.
• Interest in physics and Chaos.

Culture & Benefits

• Founding role shaping the network of a game built from preproduction onward.
• Technical autonomy from prototyping through certification.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Game Programmers, Game Design, QA, the Online Lead, and technical coordination.
• Health insurance, RTT days, meal vouchers, and studio perks.
• Three stand-ups per week plus dedicated syncs for themes or features.

Hiring process

• First interview with the HR Manager.
• CodinGame test.
• Second interview with the Technical Director and Studio Technical Coordinator, followed by a third interview with the Game Manager and Studio Manager.