Senior Developer (Unreal Engine)

TL;DR

Senior Developer (Unreal Engine): Developing and refining tools to integrate the Unreal Editor with linear content workflows with an accent on pipeline efficiency, C++ development, and custom tool creation. Focus on solving complex real-time pipeline challenges, building scalable asset import solutions, and ensuring high-quality visual output for feature film production.

Location: Must be based in or be able to relocate to Wellington, New Zealand

Company

hirify.global is a world-renowned visual effects studio creating innovative pipelines and content using advanced real-time game engine technologies for film and animation.

What you will do

• Develop, maintain, and refine specialized tools integrating Unreal Engine with linear content workflows.
• Write clean, documented, and maintainable code using C++, Python, and Blueprints.
• Collaborate directly with artists and filmmakers to identify workflow bottlenecks and implement impactful solutions.
• Design and optimize software systems within the Unreal Editor with minimal oversight.
• Act as an evangelist for development best practices across the engineering and creative departments.

Requirements

• Significant production experience creating tools for the Unreal Editor.
• Strong proficiency in C++, Python, and Blueprint within Unreal Engine.
• Extensive experience building tools that interact with linear content systems and asset import workflows.
• Solid understanding of asset formats used in game development, specifically USD.
• Production experience with version control systems such as Perforce, Subversion, or Git.
• Must be living in or be able to relocate to New Zealand for the duration of the one-year contract.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Horde, Jenkins, or GitLab CI/CD.

Culture & Benefits

• Focus on diversity, inclusion, and a welcoming workplace environment.
• Opportunity to work at the intersection of game engine technology and high-end visual effects.
• One-year fixed-term contract with a focus on innovative pipeline development.
• Commitment to professional development and knowledge sharing.