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Imerza

Senior Unreal Engine Programmer

Sarasota, FL · On-site

Mentor junior programmers and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement. * Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in Unreal Engine, programming practices, and digital twin ...

Epoch Games

Unreal Engine Level Designer

Winston Salem, NC

$93.80K/yr

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 ...

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Senior/Principal Unreal Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$124.40K - $171.50K/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 ...

Imerza

Senior Unreal Developer

Sarasota, FL · On-site

Mentor mid-level and junior developers, fostering growth in Unreal best practices and creative problem solving. * Contribute to technical planning and help define the studio's Unreal Engine roadmap.

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior QA Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

... Unreal Engine projects. Responsibilities : • Collaborate with Engineering, Tech Art, Art, QA, ... junior and mid-level QA Engineers, encouraging knowledge sharing and technical growth. • ...

CD Projekt RED

Senior QA Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

Mentor and support junior and mid-level QA Engineers, encouraging knowledge sharing and technical ... Strong C++ experience, especially within Unreal Engine environments. * Strong experience working ...

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior QA Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

Mentor and support junior and mid-level QA Engineers, encouraging knowledge sharing and technical ... Strong C++ experience, especially within Unreal Engine environments. * Strong experience working ...

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior QA Engineer

Boston, MA

Mentor and support junior and mid-level QA Engineers, encouraging knowledge sharing and technical ... Strong C++ experience, especially within Unreal Engine environments. * Strong experience working ...

CD PROJEKT RED

Senior QA Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

Mentor and support junior and mid-level QA Engineers, encouraging knowledge sharing and technical ... Strong C++ experience, especially within Unreal Engine environments. * Strong experience working ...

Epoch Games

3D Game Animator

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

The game is being developed using Epic Games' Unreal Engine 4 (UE4): For more information about the ... If you are comfortable with teaching, you may be called upon to aid the more junior members of the ...

Cloud Chamber

Senior Rendering Engineer

Novato, CA · On-site

$122.70K - $168.50K/yr

... junior engineers. Qualifications : Required : • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related ... Preferred : • Strong understanding and familiarity with current Unreal Engine technology desired ...

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AspectWeekend Junior Unreal EngineWeekend Junior Unity Developer
Required CredentialsBasic knowledge of Unreal Engine, some programming experienceBasic knowledge of Unity, some programming experience
Work EnvironmentGame development studios, freelance projects, hobbyist groupsIndie game studios, freelance projects, hobbyist groups
Industry UsagePopular in AAA and high-end game developmentCommon in indie and mobile game development
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding Unreal Engine roles for weekend projectsComparing Unity roles for part-time work

Both roles involve working with game engines on a part-time basis, but Unreal Engine focuses on high-fidelity graphics and complex environments, while Unity is often preferred for its ease of use and versatility in indie and mobile projects. The choice depends on the specific engine preference and project requirements.

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Senior Unreal Engine Programmer

Senior Unreal Engine Programmer

Imerza

Sarasota, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted yesterday

Job description

About IMERZA:
Imerza is a fast-growing experiential software company & visualization studio that specializes in real estate development, virtual production, and VR/AR. We are a highly skilled and friendly team working on some really exciting projects. If you share our passion for design, art, and technology, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Unreal Engine Programmer.
Responsibilities:
  • Extend and customize Unreal Engine functionalities to meet project requirements.
  • Oversee the design and implementation of the Unreal Engine DevOps pipeline, including tools like Horde, Zen, and UBA.
  • Design and develop systems integrating Unreal Engine with complex data-driven back-end systems such as Snowflake, AWS, CARTO.
  • Help develop automated data pipelines from design software, USD, and CAD to Unreal.
  • Work with leadership to define technical goals, evaluate new technologies, and plan implementation strategies.
  • Partner with technical artists, developers and other stakeholders to build cross-project, studio-wide systems and tools.
  • Evaluate and integrate third-party technologies to enhance Unreal Engine capabilities.
  • Manage the entire lifecycle of Unreal Engine, including upgrades, third party integrations, and internal toolsets.
  • Troubleshoot and debug complex technical issues both in development and shipped, live projects.
  • Mentor junior programmers and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in Unreal Engine, programming practices, and digital twin technologies.

Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of experience as an Unreal Engine Programmer, with a strong portfolio showcasing custom engine work and system integrations.
  • Expertise in C++ programming and experience with Unreal Engine's architecture, including its gameplay framework, editor extensions, and deployment.
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate complex data-driven systems with Unreal Engine.
  • Proficiency in developing tools and systems that enhance developer and designer workflows.
  • Strong understanding of software design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, Perforce).
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical challenges.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and communicate complex technical concepts.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with real-time architectural visualization or digital twin projects.
  • Knowledge of various scripting and configuration languages (e.g., Python, Blueprint, YAML).
  • Experience with Virtual Production and live production.
  • Experience with cloud platforms and distributed systems.
  • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
  • Working knowledge of real-time networking technologies (e.g., Live-Link, MQTT, TCP).