Senior Unreal Engine Programmer (Gameplay & Systems Development)
Summary
Senior Unreal Engine programmer building gameplay systems and features in C++/Blueprints for PC and console games, collaborating with designers and artists to ship polished experiences.
We are seeking a Senior Unreal Engine Programmer to implement gameplay features, integrate core game systems, support multiplayer gameplay, and collaborate closely with designers, artists, and QA teams to deliver polished, production-ready experiences across PC and console platforms.
Responsibilities
- Implement gameplay mechanics and features using Unreal Engine C++ and Blueprints
- Develop and maintain systems supporting player interactions, combat mechanics, traversal systems, and quest and mission logic
- Integrate gameplay features with animation systems, UI systems, multiplayer functionality, and audio systems
- Transform design concepts into working gameplay in close collaboration with Game Designers
- Work with Artists and Technical Artists to integrate assets into gameplay experiences
- Optimize gameplay systems to meet performance targets across platforms
- Debug and resolve gameplay, integration, and performance issues
- Participate in code reviews and maintain coding standards
- Support milestone delivery through implementation, testing assistance, and bug fixing
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience developing games with Unreal Engine
- Proficiency in C++ and Unreal Engine 5
- Experience developing gameplay systems using Unreal Engine C++ and Blueprints
- Understanding of Unreal Engine architecture, including Actors, Components, Gameplay Framework, and Animation Systems
- Experience integrating and debugging gameplay features in large codebases
- Strong understanding of performance optimization, memory management, and debugging and profiling
- Familiarity with source control systems such as Perforce
- Experience shipping or contributing significantly to commercial game projects
- Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams including Design, Art, QA, and Production
- Strong problem-solving and debugging capabilities
- Understanding of game development workflows from prototyping through production and release
Nice to have
- Experience with multiplayer gameplay implementation and replication
- Familiarity with Gameplay Ability System (GAS), AI systems (Behavior Trees, EQS), Animation Blueprints, and Control Rig
- Experience developing for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch
- Experience working on AAA or large-scale Unreal Engine projects
- Knowledge of build pipelines and CI/CD workflows
Benefits
- Engineering Heritage: Best-in-class experts sharing a culture of engineering excellence and tackling complex engineering challenges for over 30 years.
- Advanced Tech Stack: Innovative projects where you can apply or enhance your expertise in Cloud, Data, AI, and other emerging technologies.
- World-Class Clients: Work closely with 340+ of the Forbes Global 2000 on creating disruptive solutions that make a global impact.
- Professional Growth: Exceptional support for career development with comprehensive resources for upskilling or reskilling in pioneering practices.
- GenAI Community: Strong AI competencies with 600+ experts across 55+ locations driving GenAI-enabled transformation journeys.
- Entrepreneurial Culture: If you're passionate and dedicated to improving business transformation, we provide the support you need to bring your ideas to life.
- Hybrid Setup: The flexibility to work from any location in Latvia, whether it's your home or our office in Riga.
- Other Benefits: Additional vacation and trust days, private health insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more.
- Engineering Heritage: Best-in-class experts sharing a culture of engineering excellence and tackling complex engineering challenges for over 30 years
- Advanced Tech Stack: Innovative projects where you can apply or enhance your expertise in Cloud, Data, AI, and other emerging technologies
- World-Class Clients: Work closely with 340+ of the Forbes Global 2000 on creating disruptive solutions that make a global impact
- Professional Growth: Exceptional support for career development with comprehensive resources for upskilling or reskilling in pioneering practices
- GenAI Community: Strong AI competencies with 600+ experts across 55+ locations driving GenAI-enabled transformation journeys
- Entrepreneurial Culture: If you're passionate and dedicated to improving business transformation, we provide the support you need to bring your ideas to life
- Hybrid Setup: The flexibility to work from any location in Lithuania, whether it's your home or our dynamic offices in Vilnius and Kaunas
- Other Benefits: Additional vacation and trust days, private health insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more