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Day Shift Junior Unreal Engine Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$85 - $115/hr

We are seeking a driven and collaborative Junior Gameplay Programmer to help build the core ... This is an incredible opportunity to grow your skills in Unreal Engine while having a direct impact ...

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If you are comfortable with teaching, you may be called upon to aid the more junior members of the ... Unreal Engine 4 Blueprint Scripting experience * Quixel Megascans Asset Library usage * Heightmap ...

Hybrid 3 days preferred, flex in San Diego, CA Our client seeks a seasoned Unreal Engine Developer ... Able to communicate tradeoffs and mentor junior contributors. Recruitment Transparency Notice ...

Key Responsibilities Unreal Engine Development (C++ Focus) * Develop and implement application ... Time-of-day and control integrations (e.g., HOTAS via CIGI) * Enhance realism and fidelity ...

Dynamic lighting, time-of-day, and environmental effects. * UMG and in-engine tools for interaction ... Mentor mid-level and junior developers, fostering growth in Unreal best practices and creative ...

Dynamic lighting, time-of-day, and environmental effects. * UMG and in-engine tools for interaction ... Mentor mid-level and junior developers, fostering growth in Unreal best practices and creative ...

Senior/Principal Unreal Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$124K - $171K/yr

Mentor junior Engineering team members in all things Unreal Engine Requirements * 5+ years professional development experience in the games industry * Fluency in C++ * Deep professional experience ...

Unreal Technical Artist

New Orleans, LA

$122K - $146K/yr

The Unreal Technical Artist will work hands-on within Unreal Engine to support content integration ... Excel in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly, demonstrating exceptional ...

Dynamic lighting, time-of-day, and environmental effects. * UMG and in-engine tools for interaction ... Mentor mid-level and junior developers, fostering growth in Unreal best practices and creative ...

... time-of-day, and environmental effects. • UMG and in-engine tools for interaction and ... junior developers, fostering growth in Unreal best practices and creative problem solving. • ...

Unreal Technical Artist

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$122K - $146K/yr

Work hands-on within Unreal Engine to support the creation, integration, lighting, rendering, and ... Excel in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly, demonstrating exceptional ...

Create cinematic lighting in Unreal Engine, replicating live action plates, with an emphasis on ... Excel in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly, demonstrating flexibility ...

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Junior Gameplay Programmer (Unreal Engine)

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On-site

$85 - $115/hr

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Posted 3 days ago

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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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