TL;DR

Senior Network Physics Programmer (Unreal Engine): Implementing and maintaining new physics systems for large-scale, networked simulations within Unreal Engine 5, with an accent on distributed rigid body simulation and networked physics interactions. Focus on developing scalable and performant solutions, ensuring seamless integration, and vision-holding for multi-solver networked physics.

Location: Remote within the US (including British Columbia and Washington State)

Salary: CAD $182,815–$268,128

Company

%hirify_global% is a global corporation spanning 25 countries with 46 studios, known for creating award-winning games and the Unreal Engine technology.

What you will do

Implement and maintain new systems in Unreal Engine for scalable and performant distributed rigid body and networked physics simulations.
Maintain the existing physics engine and ensure seamless integration with Unreal Engine.
Work directly with simulation teams to enable large-scale simulations.
Stay up to date on current techniques, research, graphics data, and hardware.
Be a vision holder for the future of multi-solver, networked physics simulation in Unreal Engine.
Collaborate with game and project teams to create engaging content through simulation.

Requirements

Strong C++ knowledge and excellent math skills.
Strong grasp of game networking principles.
5+ years of professional experience demonstrating interest in games.
Experience shipping multiplayer or massively multiplayer, networked games.
Experience developing and optimizing performance-critical networked systems and working in large codebases.
Experience with dynamic gameplay systems (character interactions, physics simulation).

Nice to have

N/A

Culture & Benefits

100% employer-paid benefits for employees and dependents, including medical, dental, vision, critical illness, telemedicine, Life and AD&D, long term disability, and weekly indemnity.
Retirement savings plan with a competitive employer match.
Robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, providing free therapy and coaching.
Work in a collaborative, welcoming, and creative environment that continually strives to innovate.
Be part of a team committed to raising the bar of engine and game development.
Deeply values diverse teams and an inclusive work culture as an Equal Opportunity employer.