UE5 Senior Generalist Developer (Multiplayer FPS)

TL;DR

UE5 Senior Generalist Developer (Multiplayer FPS): Building the multiplayer architecture and gameplay systems for a 4v4 PvP extraction shooter with an accent on networking precision, replication, and client prediction. Focus on optimizing frame-time spikes, resolving desync issues, and developing editor tools to support content creation.

Location: Hybrid - Montreal (1–3 days/week). Relocation package available for ideal candidates.

Company

hirify.global is an experienced studio with contributions to over 300 projects including AAA franchises like Batman and PUBG, currently developing Shrapnel, a new genre of player-owned competitive gaming.

What you will do

• Develop and optimize multiplayer networking, focusing on replication and client prediction to ensure responsive gameplay.
• Debug desync issues and maintain server authority within 4v4 matches.
• Profile and optimize gameplay systems to eliminate frame-time spikes.
• Extend editor tools to unblock the content team's workflow.
• Investigate and resolve console-specific crashes on PS5 and Xbox builds.
• Integrate audio middleware and other required third-party systems.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional UE4/UE5 development experience.
• Hands-on multiplayer/networking experience (replication, netcode) in a shipped commercial title.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and comfort working within the UE source code.
• Experience in at least two of: gameplay systems, UI (UMG/Slate), tools, optimization, or platform integration.
• Must be based in or be seriously open to relocating to Montreal.

Nice to have

• Professional experience with PS5 or Xbox console development.
• Prior work on competitive shooters or extraction-style games.
• Experience with build systems and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with anti-cheat integration.

Culture & Benefits

• Work alongside BAFTA and Emmy Award-winning developers from backgrounds like Halo, Call of Duty, and Bioshock.
• Trust-based, data-driven, and autonomous work culture.
• Opportunity to build multiplayer architecture from the ground up.
• Relocation assistance discussed for ideal candidates.