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etc. interactive

$100 - $125/hr

Help integrate backend services and player engagement analytics into the game client * Write clean ... Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine (UE4 or UE5), including both C++ and Blueprints (Preferred)

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Senior Unreal Tools Engineer

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Wizards is looking for someone who is interested in building Unreal plugins, engine code, and tools ... and backend services teams, and data engineers. We are a team of people with strong work life ...

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Dive into the Unreal Engine C++ source code to implement complex refactors and engine upgrades that ... Experience with highly distributed and scalable backend services or persistence storage ...

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Senior Unreal Tools Engineer

Renton, WA · On-site

$144K - $216K/yr

... and backend services teams, and data engineers. We are a team of people with strong work life ... Work with Unreal engine to develop plugin tools for game and app development * Build automation ...

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$150 - $200/hr

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We are seeking a Technical Artist with proven experience using the Unreal Engine to work closely ... Experience building dynamic apps that connect to a web-based backend such as Heroku, Firebase, or ...

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TECHNICAL ARTIST

Atlanta, GA

$120K - $144K/yr

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Lead Engineer

Fort Lauderdale, FL · Remote

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Shipped at least two titles on PC, console, mobile, or VR/AR with Unreal Engine. * Experience in one or more areas such as gameplay, AI, tools, systems, engine, animation tech, backend services ...

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Lead Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$110K - $145K/yr

... with Unreal Engine. • Experience in one or more areas such as gameplay, AI, tools, systems, engine, animation tech, backend services, cloud, or DevOps • Proficiency in C++, C#, Python, or ...

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Junior Gameplay Programmer (Unreal Engine)

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etc. interactive
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$100 - $125/hr

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Posted 5 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a driven and collaborative Junior Gameplay Programmer to help build the core mechanics of our upcoming extraction shooter. Working closely with our senior engineers, you will prototype, implement, and refine gameplay features ranging from character movement and weapon handling to inventory management and UI integration. This is an incredible opportunity to grow your skills in Unreal Engine while having a direct impact heading into alpha testing.

Responsibilities
  • Implement and iterate on core gameplay mechanics using Unreal Engine C++ and Blueprints
  • Assist in the development of weapon systems, player controllers, and interactive environment elements
  • Collaborate with designers to rapidly prototype new features and tune existing gameplay loops
  • Help integrate backend services and player engagement analytics into the game client
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, participating in regular code reviews
  • Identify and resolve bugs, optimizing game performance for a smooth multiplayer experience
Qualifications
  • 0–3 years of experience in game programming (can include academic projects, modding, or indie development)
  • Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles
  • Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine (UE4 or UE5), including both C++ and Blueprints (Preferred)
  • A strong passion for the extraction shooter genre and competitive multiplayer games
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to learn new systems quicklyStrong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a highly collaborative, fast-paced startup studio
Location

This is a hybrid role based out of our New York City studio. Candidates must be located in, or willing to relocate to, the NYC metro area.

The expected base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $115,000 per year (+ Equity). The actual compensation offered will be determined in good faith based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills.

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