Unreal Engine Developer (Gameplay & UI Systems)

TL;DR

Unreal Engine Developer (Gameplay & UI Systems): Design and implement robust gameplay mechanics and fully functional UIs using C++ and Blueprints with an accent on modular, reusable systems and seamless integration. Focus on building combat, progression, abilities, HUDs, menus and optimizing performance under delivery constraints.

Location: Ukraine, Kyiv (Remote)

Company

Game development studio in the Game Division focused on creating engaging games.

What you will do

• Design and implement gameplay mechanics like combat, interaction, progression and abilities using C++ and Blueprints.
• Build UIs with UMG including HUDs, menus, shops, popups and dialogs connected to gameplay logic.
• Collaborate with Game Designers to create modular, reusable gameplay systems from specs.
• Work with UI/UX Designers to implement wireframes with animations, transitions and input flows.
• Maintain codebases through refactoring, debugging and performance optimization.
• Own assigned features from development through delivery and polish.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience with Unreal Engine
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Blueprints.
• Proficient with UMG UI creation, widgets, animations, bindings and input handling for multiple platforms.
• Good understanding of gameplay patterns like state machines and event-driven architecture.
• Ability to self-manage small to mid-sized tasks and deliver features.
• Experience with version control (Git, Perforce) and collaborative development.
• English: Upper-Intermediate or higher

Nice to have

• Slate UI Framework proficiency.
• Experience with multiplayer or networked UI/gameplay features.
• Familiarity with GAS (Gameplay Ability System) or AI behaviour trees.
• Exposure to profiling tools like Unreal Insights or memory profilers.

Culture & Benefits

• Join a team of like-minded people passionate about games and common goals.
• Full-time remote position in Ukraine, Kyiv.
• Collaborative environment with designers and engineers.