UE5 Technical Lead (Game Development)

Position

UE5 Technical Lead

Company

EZ Street Studio

Employment Type

Full time

Salary

$9,200 - $12,000 / Month

Location

Remote

EZ Street Gaming is an independent game studio focused on creating original, ambitious games with strong identities and memorable gameplay experiences. We are an early-stage studio building our first major project, Project R , with a small, focused development team. We're looking for talented people who want to have a meaningful impact on a game from its earliest stages rather than joining an established production where their role is narrowly defined. What are your main projects? Our current project is Project R , a horror adventure open-world looter shooter being developed in Unreal Engine 5 for PC and console. We're keeping the game's world and story details intentionally private at this stage, but the core experience revolves around exploration, combat, progression, discovery, and collecting increasingly powerful gear while uncovering the world and its dangers. What makes you stand out from other companies? We're building with a small team and a clear creative vision. Early team members will have a direct influence on the game's technology, gameplay systems, and development standards. We aren't interested in creating a massive bureaucracy. Programmers will work closely with design and technical leadership and will have room to contribute ideas, challenge decisions, and help shape systems rather than simply implementing tickets. Why is your company stable? If a candidate takes the risk, how will it pay off? We're upfront that EZ Street Gaming is an independent studio and that Project R is an early-stage project. We're not going to pretend we're a large established publisher. The tradeoff is opportunity. Joining at this stage means having a level of ownership and influence that is difficult to find at larger studios. You'll be helping establish the foundations of a new IP, technology stack, and development culture from the beginning. Our approach is to grow deliberately, prove the core game first, and expand production as the project demonstrates its potential. What unique approaches/work methods do you use? We believe in small teams, direct communication, and strong individual ownership. Gameplay programmers will work directly with the Senior Technical Lead and Creative Director. We want engineers who can think beyond implementation and actively contribute to how the game plays. We also prioritize getting gameplay into players' hands early. Rather than spending years building content before validating the experience, we'll establish the core gameplay loop first and build outward from there. Company or product plans? Our immediate goal is to build a strong playable foundation for Project R, establish the core technology and gameplay systems, and develop a vertical slice that demonstrates the game's potential. From there, we plan to expand the world, combat, enemies, weapons, loot, progression, exploration, and other systems into a full-scale experience. Long term, EZ Street Gaming aims to build and own its original IP and games , growing from a focused independent team into a sustainable game studio.

What are you working on?

• The name of the project(s): Project R
• At what stage of the project(s)? Deveploment
• Genres: Action, Adventure, Shooter
• Platforms: PC, Console

For which tasks (responsibilities)?

What is the main business purpose of this role? The UE5 Technical Lead will be responsible for establishing and overseeing the technical foundation of Project R. You will define the architecture, development standards, and technical workflows that allow the programming team to build a scalable, stable, and high-quality game in Unreal Engine 5. You will work closely with the Creative Director and gameplay programmers to turn the game's design goals into practical technical solutions while maintaining the long-term health of the project. Which tasks will a specialist have to solve?

• Design and establish the overall Unreal Engine 5 architecture for Project R.
• Build the foundational C++ and Blueprint frameworks that gameplay programmers will work within.
• Establish and maintain programming standards, architectural patterns, and best practices.
• Design and implement core gameplay frameworks where necessary.
• Establish the project's Gameplay Ability System (GAS) architecture.
• Develop foundational systems for characters, weapons, abilities, combat, interaction, and other core gameplay features.
• Work with programmers to determine the best technical approach for new gameplay systems.
• Review code and provide technical direction and mentorship to gameplay programmers.
• Identify technical risks and address architectural problems before they become production issues.
• Establish performance and optimization standards for PC and console.
• Profile and optimize CPU, GPU, memory, networking, and gameplay systems as the project develops.
• Establish technical workflows between programming, art, animation, VFX, and other disciplines.
• Work closely with the Technical Artist to ensure Unreal's technical and artistic pipelines work together effectively.
• Evaluate and integrate Unreal Engine features, plugins, and third-party technologies when appropriate.
• Maintain technical documentation for important systems and development standards.
• Debug complex technical issues and provide solutions when problems cross multiple systems.
• Help plan the technical roadmap and determine what needs to be built as the project moves toward production.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical direction of Project R in Unreal Engine 5.
• Establish a strong foundation that can support the project as the team and game grow.
• Guide and mentor the gameplay programming team.
• Make architectural decisions with long-term scalability and maintainability in mind.
• Balance technical quality with development speed and project priorities.
• Work directly with the Creative Director to determine how gameplay ideas can be effectively implemented.
• Collaborate with the Technical Artist and other disciplines to establish efficient production pipelines.
• Maintain high standards for code quality, performance, stability, and technical documentation.
• Proactively identify bottlenecks, technical debt, and production risks.
• Help build a healthy and efficient engineering culture within the studio.

What are the key KPIs? Success in this role will be measured by the strength, scalability, and reliability of the project's technical foundation , as well as the effectiveness of the programming team. Key indicators include:

• A stable and scalable UE5 architecture is established early in development.
• Core technical frameworks are delivered reliably and support continued development.
• Programming standards and workflows are clearly established and followed.
• Gameplay programmers can work efficiently within the established architecture.
• Technical issues and architectural risks are identified and resolved proactively.
• Project performance remains within established PC and console targets.
• Code quality remains maintainable as the project grows.
• Technical debt is actively managed rather than allowed to accumulate.
• Cross-discipline workflows between programming, art, animation, and VFX function effectively.
• The programming team receives clear technical direction, mentorship, and support.
• Technical decisions consistently support the project's creative goals without creating unnecessary complexity.

What kind of professional are we looking for?

What experience is required?

• 5+ years of professional game development experience , with significant experience working in Unreal Engine.
• Proven experience developing games with Unreal Engine 5.
• Strong professional experience with C++ and Unreal Engine's gameplay framework.
• Experience designing and maintaining scalable game architecture and technical frameworks.
• Experience taking systems from initial architecture and prototyping through production and optimization.
• Experience working as a technical lead, senior programmer, or in a role with significant technical ownership.
• Experience mentoring or providing technical direction to other programmers.
• Experience working closely with designers, artists, and other disciplines.
• Experience shipping a commercial game is strongly preferred.

What kind of skills do you need?

• Strong software engineering and game programming fundamentals.
• Ability to design scalable, maintainable, and performant gameplay architecture.
• Strong understanding of Unreal Engine's architecture and development workflows.
• Ability to make sound technical decisions while balancing development time, complexity, and long-term maintainability.
• Strong debugging and profiling skills.
• Ability to identify technical risks before they become major production problems.
• Strong understanding of gameplay systems and how they interact with one another.
• Ability to mentor programmers and provide constructive technical feedback.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to translate creative and gameplay requirements into practical technical solutions.
• Comfortable making architectural decisions and taking ownership of the project's technical direction.

What program/tools/language knowledge is required?Required:

• Unreal Engine 5
• C++
• Blueprints
• Unreal Engine Gameplay Framework
• Gameplay Ability System (GAS)
• Git or another professional version-control system
• Visual Studio or JetBrains Rider
• Unreal Engine debugging and profiling tools

Strongly preferred:

• Enhanced Input
• AI / Behavior Trees
• Animation systems
• Multiplayer and replication fundamentals
• Unreal Engine networking
• World Partition and large-world systems
• Asset management and Data Assets
• Unreal Build Tool and module architecture
• Performance profiling and optimization for PC and console
• Experience integrating third-party SDKs, plugins, or middleware

B2 / Upper-Intermediate English or higher.What's a plus for a candidate?

• Experience as a Technical Lead, Lead Programmer, or Senior Unreal Engine Programmer.
• Experience shipping a commercial PC or console title.
• Experience working on an open-world game.
• Experience with looter shooters, RPGs, action games, or other systems-heavy games.
• Strong experience with Gameplay Ability System (GAS).
• Experience designing large-scale gameplay frameworks.
• Experience with multiplayer/networked games.
• Experience optimizing Unreal Engine games for consoles.
• Experience with World Partition and large-world streaming.
• Experience establishing programming pipelines and standards for a new project.
• Experience working in a small or independent studio.
• Strong understanding of game design and the ability to collaborate directly with a Creative Director on gameplay systems.
• Previous experience taking a project from prototype/vertical slice through production and release.

What is important for us in a person?

What competencies do you need?

• Ownership — You take responsibility for the systems you work on and see them through from implementation to polish.
• Problem-solving — You can investigate problems independently, identify solutions, and ask for help when necessary.
• Communication — You communicate clearly, raise concerns early, and keep the team informed of your progress.
• Collaboration — You work comfortably with programmers, designers, artists, and technical leadership.
• Adaptability — You are comfortable working in an evolving project where ideas and systems may change as the game develops.
• Attention to detail — You care about responsiveness, game feel, performance, and the small details that make gameplay feel polished.
• Initiative — You don't wait for someone to tell you every step. You identify problems and opportunities and take action.
• Critical thinking — You are comfortable questioning a design or technical approach when you believe there is a better solution.
• Reliability — You communicate honestly about progress, challenges, and deadlines.

What kind of behavior is welcomed and encouraged in the company? We value people who are proactive, honest, collaborative, and passionate about making games. We encourage team members to speak up, share ideas, challenge assumptions respectfully, and participate in decisions that affect their work. We don't expect everyone to agree on everything; healthy debate is part of creating a better game. We also value ownership over ego. If something isn't working, we want the team to focus on solving the problem rather than finding someone to blame. Because we're a small team, everyone has an impact. We expect team members to respect each other's expertise, communicate openly, help one another when needed, and take pride in the quality of what they build. Most importantly, we want people who genuinely want to make the game better.

Why do we enjoy working here?

Creative freedom and realization We want our team members to have a real voice in the development process. You won't simply be executing predefined tasks, you'll have the opportunity to propose ideas, experiment with solutions, and contribute to how gameplay systems are designed and implemented. The ability to influence the product Project R is being built from the ground up, which means early team members can have a significant impact on the final game. Your decisions and contributions can directly influence gameplay systems, technical solutions, and the overall player experience. Clear management We believe in direct, transparent communication. The team will work closely with the Creative Director and Senior Technical Lead, with clear priorities and expectations. We want everyone to understand not only what they're building, but why they're building it. Professional development atmosphere You'll work alongside experienced developers in a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing is encouraged. We want team members to expand their skills, take on new challenges, and grow alongside the project. Working on cool projects Project R is an ambitious horror adventure open-world looter shooter built in Unreal Engine 5 for PC and console. You'll be working on a new IP from its earliest stages, helping establish the gameplay and technical foundations of the project. Professional development system As the studio grows, we intend to establish structured opportunities for professional development, including increased responsibilities, mentorship, exposure to different areas of development, and opportunities to specialize or take ownership of major systems. Regular constructive feedback We believe feedback should be continuous rather than something that only happens during formal reviews. Team members will receive regular feedback through development discussions, code reviews, playtesting, and one-on-one conversations. Our goal is constructive feedback, not micromanagement, helping people understand what is working, what can be improved, and how they can continue growing.

What are the conditions and bonuses?

Holidays
All standard national holidays are paid days off. The specific holiday calendar will be communicated during onboarding. Paid Sick Days
We provide 14 paid personal days that can be used for illness, personal matters, appointments, or other needs. Work Schedule
We offer flexible working hours. Team members are expected to maintain reasonable availability for team communication, meetings, and collaboration while otherwise having flexibility in how they structure their workday. Remote Work
100% remote. You can work from your preferred location. EZ Street Gaming will never require you to relocate for this position. Monetary Bonuses

The selection process

What stages of the interview and with whom? Our process is designed to be straightforward and respectful of your time:

1. Application Review — We review your CV, portfolio, and relevant experience.
2. Initial Interview — A conversation with the Creative Director to discuss your experience, interests, and what you're looking for in your next project.
3. Final Interview — A final conversation with the team to make sure the role, project, and working style are a good fit for both sides.

Will there be a test task? A small technical task may be requested depending on the candidate's experience and portfolio. If requested, it will be focused on relevant gameplay programming skills and designed to be reasonable in scope. We do not expect candidates to complete a large unpaid project. How fast is the decision? We aim to move quickly. Candidates can generally expect an initial response within a few business days , with a final decision shortly after completing the interview process. What's the emphasis in the cover letter? Keep it concise. We'd primarily like to know:

• Why you're interested in Project R / EZ Street Gaming
• Why gameplay programming is the area you're passionate about
• Your experience with Unreal Engine 5, C++, and gameplay systems
• Any shipped games or projects you're particularly proud of
• What you're looking for in your next team

We'd rather hear why you want to make this kind of game than receive a generic cover letter describing your entire career.

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