Game Tech Lead (UE5 / Multiplayer Systems)

Xsolla; São Paulo; Presencial; BRL 400 000 - 650 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Unlimited Flexible Time Off

Career roadmap

Resumo da oferta

Xsolla is seeking a seasoned Game Tech Lead to guide the engineering direction of a next-generation immersive multiplayer platform built with Unreal Engine 5. This senior leadership role focuses on gameplay systems, multiplayer architecture, scalability, and technical performance.

You will drive hands-on engineering, technical strategy, and team leadership across cross-functional teams, delivering high-quality interactive experiences in large-scale virtual environments.

Qualificações

• Proven experience leading gameplay systems in Unreal Engine 5.
• Strong knowledge of C++ and Blueprint scripting.
• Experience shipping multiplayer gameplay systems at scale.
• Deep understanding of networking, servers, and online infrastructure.
• Proven technical leadership and mentoring experience.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the technical implementation of gameplay systems in Unreal Engine 5.
• Architect and maintain multiplayer systems, networking, and server-side gameplay infrastructure.
• Drive engineering best practices, code quality, and long-term technical scalability.
• Optimize runtime performance across gameplay and multiplayer systems.
• Collaborate with technical art and creative teams on integrated production workflows.
• Support cloud-delivered interactive experiences and scalable online environments.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to technical leadership across the project.
• Work closely with production and stakeholders to align technical execution with project goals.

Conhecimentos

Unreal Engine 5

C++

Blueprints

Multiplayer gameplay systems

Networking

Leadership

Communication

Descrição da oferta de emprego

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for an experienced Game Tech Lead to drive the engineering direction of a next-generation immersive multiplayer platform built with Unreal Engine 5.

This is a senior leadership role focused on gameplay systems, multiplayer architecture, scalability, and technical performance.

You will work closely with cross-functional creative and technical teams to deliver high-quality interactive experiences across large-scale virtual environments.

The role combines hands-on engineering, technical strategy, and team leadership in a fast-moving product environment.

ABOUT US

Xsolla is a global commerce company with robust tools and services to help developers solve the inherent challenges of the video game industry. From indie to AAA, companies partner with Xsolla to help them fund, distribute, market, and monetize their games. Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring opportunities together, and continually make new resources available to creators. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, Xsolla operates as the merchant of record and has helped over 1,500+ game developers to reach more players and grow their businesses around the world. With more paths to profits and ways to win, developers have all the things needed to enjoy the game.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the technical implementation of gameplay systems in Unreal Engine 5
• Architect and maintain multiplayer systems, networking, and server-side gameplay infrastructure
• Drive engineering best practices, code quality, and long-term technical scalability
• Optimize runtime performance across gameplay and multiplayer systems
• Collaborate with technical art and creative teams on integrated production workflows
• Support cloud-delivered interactive experiences and scalable online environments
• Mentor engineers and contribute to technical leadership across the project
• Work closely with production and stakeholders to align technical execution with project goals

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Strong expertise in Unreal Engine 5
• Advanced knowledge of C++ and Blueprints
• Proven experience building and shipping multiplayer gameplay systems
• Deep understanding of networking, dedicated servers, and online infrastructure
• Experience with gameplay architecture and performance optimization
• Experience integrating game clients with backend platform services (identity, inventory, commerce, matchmaking, social, or similar)
• Strong technical leadership and mentoring experience
• Ability to work across engineering, art, and production disciplines
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with cloud-streamed or online interactive experiences
• Familiarity with persistent online worlds or immersive virtual platforms
• Experience scaling multiplayer environments and live systems
• Background in technical prototyping or platform-level systems

BENEFITS

We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment for our team, so we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our employees through a comprehensive Benefits Program. This includes unlimited Flexible Time Off and a personalized career roadmap for each employee. By investing in professional development through training and educational opportunities, we ensure that our team thrives both personally and professionally. Together, we’re not just building a business; we’re cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play.