Senior UI Engineer (Unreal Engine)

TL;DR

Senior UI Engineer (Unreal Engine): Developing high-performance multiplayer gameplay systems and networking solutions for AAA titles with an accent on scalability and player density. Focus on implementing robust C++ code, optimizing client-server architecture, and integrating advanced game services.

Location: Fully remote, globally distributed

Company

AAA co-development gaming studio specializing in overcoming intricate challenges in multiplayer game development for major studios worldwide.

What you will do

• Architect and implement multiplayer-ready gameplay systems within and outside of Unreal Engine.
• Produce elegant, efficient, and maintainable C++ code using modern standards (C++17 and C++20).
• Develop scalable and robust networking solutions to resolve intricate technical hurdles in complex games.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams of developers, designers, and artists to deliver innovative experiences.
• Leverage expert-level understanding of data structures and algorithms to solve complex gameplay challenges.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in the Unreal Engine.
• Deep understanding of Client-Server Game Architecture (Client-side prediction, Server reconciliation, Lag compensation, Entity Interpolation).
• Excellent C++ programming skills, including proficiency in C++17 and C++20.
• Experience with at least one proprietary game engine (C/C++ OOP/ECS).
• Deep expertise in common data structures and algorithms (DSA).
• Experience with Online Services and GBaaS solutions (e.g., Azure Playfab, AccelByte AGS).

Nice to have

• Experience with Entity Component Systems (ECS) such as flecs.dev.
• Experience with AI (Behaviour Trees, State Trees, UtilityAI Systems).
• Knowledge of Cloud Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Lua, Python, Javascript) or other languages (Rust, Golang).
• Experience with Host-Migration and Seamless-Server Transitions.

Culture & Benefits

• Fully remote studio with a globally distributed team.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking AAA games in collaboration with major worldwide studios.
• Work culture emphasizing clear, continuous, and transparent communication.
• Focus on solving the most complex challenges in multiplayer game development.