Staff Software Engineer (Gameplay Meta)

TL;DR

Staff Software Engineer (Gameplay Meta): Design and deliver robust metagame systems including progression, social features, quests, and customization with an accent on scalable architecture across client, engine, and backend boundaries. Focus on implementing performant C++ systems in Unreal Engine, building editor tooling for designers, and ensuring long-term live service stability.

Location: US-based company with US-specific benefits and compliance (CA, LA, SF, WA ordinances apply)

Company

hirify.global is a leading game developer focused on creating player-centric experiences through collaborative teams.

What you will do

• Design and drive implementation of large-scale metagame systems from technical design to production.
• Integrate meta systems with backend services and central capabilities for scalability and persistence.
• Develop extensible C++ systems and in-game UI in Unreal Engine based on UX specs.
• Build Unreal Editor tooling to enable designers to author and tune systems.
• Address technical debt and ensure stability across client, engine, and backend.
• Mentor juniors and elevate code quality through reviews and discussions.

Requirements

• 8+ years professional software development experience
• Experience developing gameplay systems in Unreal Engine with C++
• Experience building/extending Unreal Editor tooling and workflows
• Experience implementing in-game UI from UX/product specs
• Strong software fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, OOP, concurrency
• Cross-functional collaboration with design, UX, production
• Integrating client systems with backend/platform services

Nice to have

• Experience with progression, social, or customization systems
• Integrating with player platform or shared services
• Familiarity with UMG, MVVM, Data Assets, Online Subsystems
• Shipping live multiplayer/online games
• Post-launch iteration and live ops
• Data-driven systems for non-engineers

Culture & Benefits

• Open paid time off and flexible work schedules for work/life balance
• Medical, dental, life insurance, parental leave
• 401k with company match
• Player-first mission with collaborative, empowering teams
• Equal opportunity employer with accommodations