C++ Unreal Software Engineer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

C++ Unreal Software Engineer (Gamedev): Developing and maintaining innovative graphics solutions for sports broadcasting with an accent on real-time rendering, VR, and AR technologies. Focus on designing scalable Unreal Engine applications, optimizing graphics performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software for global sporting events.

Location: Must be based in Budapest, Hungary (Hybrid: minimum 2 days per week in the office).

Salary: Ft 1,045,000 – Ft 1,567,500 gross per month.

Company

hirify.global, a Sony company, is a world leader in sports technology, delivering officiating, broadcast, and player tracking solutions for over 30,000 events annually.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain Unreal Engine applications using modern C++ and Blueprints.
• Build new functionality and enhance existing systems for the graphics platform.
• Collaborate with engineers, artists, product managers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable code and participate in peer reviews, testing, and debugging.
• Contribute ideas to improve performance, usability, and maintainability.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work from Budapest, Hungary.
• Commercial experience developing applications with Unreal Engine (ideally UE5).
• Strong knowledge of modern C++ (C++11/14/17) and object-oriented programming.
• Experience using Unreal Engine Blueprints.
• Understanding of graphics APIs such as DirectX, OpenGL, or Vulkan.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of HLSL/GLSL shader development.
• Good understanding of 3D mathematics relevant to graphics programming.
• Experience working within an Agile software development environment.
• Familiarity with Git or similar version control systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model with 2 days per week in the office.
• Comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, life & accident insurance, and cafeteria options.
• Access to sporting events and tickets, plus Sony Group Company discounts.
• Enhanced pension scheme with 5% matching.
• Supportive environment with a focus on continuous learning and professional development.