Engine Programmer

Gunfire Games is seeking a mid or senior-level Engine Programmer for our upcoming titles. This role will work with technical leadership to modify the Unreal Engine 5 codebase, integrate new versions of Unreal into the existing codebase, and debug issues related to the engine. The ideal candidate has strong C++ skills, an excellent understanding of Unreal Engine 5, and the ability to iterate and implement quickly without sacrificing quality. Required to be a self-starter, must be motivated and able to work with minimal supervision. Position may be performed remotely (within the United States) although ability to be on-site is preferred.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Implement engine-level features and diagnose and fix engine-level bugs

  • Integrate and test new major and minor release of Unreal Engine while maintaining existing engine modifications and gameplay systems

  • Design, implement, and test systems and workflows for game packaging and patching

  • Develop platform compatibility with PC, Playstation 5, and Xbox Series X/S

  • Measure and improve game performance and memory usage

  • Write clear, performant, maintainable, portable code

REQUIREMENTS

  • 3+ years of professional programming experience in the gaming industry

  • At least one shipped AA/AAA title built on Unreal Engine 4 or 5

  • Expertise in console development

  • Excellent command of the C++ programming language

  • Extensive experience working with large multiplatform engines

  • Exceptional time and task management skills, with a proven ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously

  • Excellent communication skills

PLUSES

  • A computer science or related degree

  • Experience with the Unreal Developer Network support platform for communication with Epic when necessary

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the hired applicant may be required to undertake additional tasks as may be reasonably expected to perform.

To apply, submit your application via email including the information below along with your resume to jobs@gunfiregames.com

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  4. Are you authorized to work in the US without sponsorship?:

  5. Will you require sponsorship in the future in order to work in the US?

  6. Links to portfolio (if applicable):

  7. Any other information you’d like to include or would like us to know about you:

  8. Don’t forget to attach your resume!!

Gunfire Games LLC is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran’s status (including protected veterans, as may be required by federal law), sexual orientation or any other category protected by law.

Pay range: $90,000 - $140,000. Title level (mid/senior) and base pay offered will be based on candidate’s skills, experience, and other professional considerations.