Unreal Systems Developer (Robotics)

Location: Austin, TX, United States

Company

hirify.global is a defense startup developing autonomous gun turrets that use computer vision and control systems to target small drones and loitering munitions.

What you will do

• Lead the development and integration of real-time Unreal Engine systems for defense simulation projects.
• Implement and optimize high-performance C++ code for smooth simulations on constrained hardware.
• Integrate real-world data and control systems into Unreal simulations through AirSim.
• Test, debug, profile, and optimize systems for reliable and efficient performance.
• Collaborate with electrical engineering and machine learning teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and strengthen Unreal Engine and C++ development practices.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of Unreal Engine experience and strong C++ development skills.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience building high-performance real-time systems with C++ and Unreal Engine.
• Proficiency in debugging, profiling, and optimizing C++ for real-time applications.
• Familiarity with networking, multiplayer systems, or parallel processing in Unreal Engine.
• Experience with Unreal Engine C++ plugin development.

Nice to have

• Direct AirSim experience and familiarity with integrating simulations with autonomous systems.
• Experience with robotics systems.
• Expertise in rendering, art, 3D modeling, or shaders.

Culture & Benefits

• Engineering-first culture focused on technical excellence and innovation.
• Competitive salary.
• ACS equity package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.