Lead Gameplay Systems Engineer (Unreal Engine)

TL;DR

Lead Gameplay Systems Engineer (Unreal Engine/C++): Developing and maintaining gameplay features, player experience, and creator workflows for multiplayer games with an accent on backend integration and system scalability. Focus on optimizing backend API usage, building designer tools, and solving complex crashes across PC and console platforms.

Location: Must be based in the United States (preference for Saratoga Springs, NY for hybrid or Eastern US for remote).

Salary: $145,000–$165,000/year

Company

A co-dev game studio founded by industry veterans focusing on solving complex technical challenges for high-scale multiplayer games.

What you will do

• Integrate backend services with the game client using C++.
• Develop a wide variety of gameplay features utilizing Unreal Engine (UE4/UE5).
• Optimize backend API usage and ensure efficient client-side data caching.
• Build configuration tools to enable designers to manage online systems.
• Manage and prioritize the backlog of features, bugs, and technical debt.
• Resolve critical crashes and performance issues on PC and consoles.

Requirements

• 6+ years of professional experience in multiplayer game development with C++.
• Recent professional experience developing games in Unreal Engine.
• Proven experience leading teams through direct management or mentorship.
• Background in designing gameplay systems for live-service games.
• Proficiency with GAS, UMG, Slate, Asset Registry, and rendering features (Nanite, Lumen).
• Must be based in the United States (Eastern US preferred for remote).

Nice to have

• Experience with Unity or bespoke game engines.
• Experience developing SDKs or plugins for other developers.
• Background in console development and integrating with console SDKs.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and 401(k) retirement plan.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible PTO, 9 paid holidays, and an annual winter break closure.
• Annual video game budget to support passion for gaming.
• Paid parental leave.