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T hera Bytes GmbH

$80 - $100/hr

We are searching for an Unreal game developer intern (Pflichtpraktikum / mandatory internship) who ... engine 5 and blueprints Integrate UI and SFX Work with animation blueprints Test the game help re ...

Epoch Games

Unreal Engine Level Designer

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$93K/yr

The Co-Founders of Epoch Games were originally part of a Modding Team developing the total ... The game is being developed using Epic Games' Unreal Engine 4 (UE4): See our Benefits page for more ...

Epic Games

Engine Programmer

Cary, NC · On-site

We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development. ENGINEERING - UNREAL ENGINE What We Do Unreal-powered projects have been on the bleeding edge of real-time entertainment ...

Virtual Producer

Unreal Engine Developer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

... engineers to integrate virtual production hardware and production data into Unreal Engine ... Experience working in a professional gaming or film/TV production environment. * Familiarity with ...

Epic Games

Gameplay Programmer Intern

Cary, NC · On-site

$119K - $132K/yr

We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development. ENGINEERING - GAMES What We Do Unreal projects have been leading the pack of real-time entertainment with our constantly ...

Epic Games

Gameplay Programmer Intern

Cary, NC · On-site

$119K - $132K/yr

We're constantly innovating to raise the bar of engine and game development. ENGINEERING - GAMES What We Do Unreal projects have been leading the pack of real-time entertainment with our constantly ...

Vailexa

Unreal Engine C++ Developer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

This role is for a software engineer specializing in Unreal Engine (C++), not a designer or artist ... Game engine architecture * Actor systems and scene management * Performance optimization in real ...

teamLFG

Senior Game Engineer - Graphics

OR · On-site +1

As a Senior Game Engineer - Graphics on teamLFG, you will work closely with artists, designers and ... in Unreal Engine 5. Most importantly, you will work with a fun, dedicated, and cross-discipline ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for unreal engine game programmer in the United States is $92,636.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24,000.00 and $145,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Unreal Engine Game Programmers work closely with artists and designers to bring creative visions to life while ensuring technical feasibility. Collaboration often involves implementing gameplay systems, integrating art assets, and troubleshooting issues that arise during development. Programmers may participate in regular meetings, use version control systems, and provide tools or scripts to streamline workflows for other team members. Clear communication and flexibility are essential, as priorities can shift based on feedback or changes in project scope.

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Unreal Engine 5 Internship -- Tactical FPS Co-Op

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T hera Bytes GmbH
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$80 - $100/hr

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Posted 21 days ago

Job description

With a small and dedicated team, we are currently working on a first-person tactical co-op shooter using Unreal Engine 5. The game features a realistic, military-focused setting with a strong emphasis on simulation and tactical gameplay.

We are searching for an Unreal game developer intern (Pflichtpraktikum / mandatory internship) who is motivated to contribute to the success of our game development.

Join the Core Squad

We will provide working task guidance with daily meetings, making sure you can onboard easily in a distributed team environment

Work on a tactical FPS using Unreal 5 accompanied by dedicated teammates embracing the genre

You have a registered residence in Germany and the internship is a mandatory part of your studies

Shape the Battlefield

Help develop a four player co-op multiplayer tactical shooter with focus on PvE

Work with unreal engine 5 and blueprints

Integrate UI and SFX

Work with animation blueprints

Test the game help re-producing bugs

You like FPS and even more love to build them

First experience using Unreal Engine and Blueprints

A portfolio of your private/ hobby/ study projects that shows your skills and versatility
(no portfolio = no review)

Self-organized and active, with a willingness to learn new tech or methods

Good understanding of vector- and quaternion mathematics

A strong feel for what players connects with

German native speaker

Located in Bavaria, Germany

Worked on shooter games / mods before

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