Unreal Engine Engineer

We are looking for a skilled Unreal Engine 5 / C++ Engineer to join our distributed development team. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and optimizing core gameplay systems and features, working closely with designers, artists, and other engineers to deliver engaging game experiences.

This is a fully remote position, with occasional travel (every few months) to Estonia for 1–2 weeks to collaborate with the team onsite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain gameplay systems using Unreal Engine 5 and C++.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote environment.
• Implement game features and mechanics based on design requirements.
• Optimize performance for various platforms (PC/console).
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Debug and resolve technical issues across the project.
• Contribute to technical design and architecture decisions.
• Integrate third-party tools, plugins, and middleware as needed.

Requirements

• Strong proficiency in C++.
• Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine (UE4 or UE5).
• Experience working in remote/distributed teams.
• Solid understanding of game systems and real-time performance constraints.
• Experience with gameplay programming, AI, physics, or networking.
• Familiarity with profiling and optimization techniques.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, Perforce).
• Strong communication skills and self-management in a remote setting.

Will be a plus

• Experience shipping at least one game title.
• Knowledge of multiplayer/networked systems.
• Familiarity with UE5 tools (Blueprints, Niagara, Nanite, Lumen).
• Previous experience traveling for team collaboration or onsite sprints.
• Experience in AAA or indie game development.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote work with flexible hours.
• Travel opportunities for onsite collaboration.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and exciting game projects.
• Collaborative and international team environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.