Expression of Interest - Intermediate Gameplay Software Engineer (UnrealEngine5)

Blackbird Interactive; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game studio in Vancouver is seeking Intermediate Gameplay Software Engineers to work on UnrealEngine5 projects. This role involves designing and implementing engaging gameplay features, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The studio supports flexible working arrangements, including remote options within Canada.

Benefits

Four-day work week

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional game development experience.
• Experience shipping at least one commercial title.
• Ability to communicate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and polish gameplay features in UnrealEngine5.
• Mentor newer engineers and collaborate with designers and artists.

Skills

C++

UnrealEngine4/5

Data-driven design

Version control systems

Debugging

Tools

Perforce

Git

Job description

Expression of Interest - Intermediate Gameplay Software Engineer (UnrealEngine5)

Join to apply for the Expression of Interest - Intermediate Gameplay Software Engineer (UnrealEngine5) role at Blackbird Interactive.

Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects, which encompass world-class IPs as well as our own creations across multiple genres.

In 2022, we announced that our studio is implementing a four-day work week as well as supporting in-studio, remote within Canada, and hybrid work arrangements as permanent options to our employees.

We are looking to connect with intermediate‑level gameplay engineers to design, implement, and polish the moment‑to‑moment fun in our UnrealEngine5 projects. You’ll own features from prototype through ship, collaborate with designers and artists, and help mentor newer engineers while expanding your mastery of UE5’s systems.

If interested, please submit an application and let us know your next availability. If your profile matches, we will contact you with more information.

Your experience should include:

1. Solid C++ experience in UnrealEngine4/5 with 3+ years of professional game development
2. Shipped at least one commercial title or significant live-ops update featuring gameplay work
3. Demonstrated rapid iteration, data-driven design, and balancing creative intent with technical realities
4. Ability to communicate across disciplines and provide constructive feedback during code reviews
5. Familiarity with Perforce, Git, or similar version-control systems, and modern debugging/profiling tools

This posting is an opportunity to submit your application for future consideration; the role is not currently open. If it becomes available, you may be contacted by a recruiter.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Computer Games

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