Senior UE5 Gameplay Engineer - Hybrid, Build from Day One

SkyBox Labs; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

RRSP matching 3%

Health benefits

Hybrid work model

Gym at Burnaby studio

Job summary

SkyBox Labs is assembling a fresh team for an exciting AAA co-development title, and we're looking for a Senior Gameplay Software Engineer to help shape it from day one. You'll be at the heart of crafting gameplay experiences that players around the world will remember using UE5 and your deep technical chops.

In this hybrid role, you’ll tackle architectural and performance challenges, collaborate across design, art, and production, and push engines to their limits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years professional C++ experience in the video game industry.
• Deep, multi-year hands-on expertise in UE5; a shipped commercial UE5 title is a big plus.
• Strong background in gameplay engineering with understanding of core player loops, mechanics, and system architecture.

Responsibilities

• Build dynamic, compelling gameplay in UE5 using C++/Blueprints.
• Take part in code reviews and help level up processes, tools, and workflows.
• Partner closely with the SkyBox game team and external partners, keeping communication clear.
• Test, debug, and hunt down performance issues before players see them.
• Own tasks independently while knowing when to lean on the team.
• Keep growing by adopting new tools and systems as needs evolve.

Skills

C++

UE5

Gameplay engineering

Communication

Analytical thinking

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

Job description

SkyBox Labs is assembling a fresh team for an exciting AAA co-development title, and we're looking for a Senior Gameplay Software Engineer to help shape it from day one. You'll be at the heart of crafting gameplay experiences that players around the world will remember using UE5 and your deep technical chops.

In this hybrid role, you’ll tackle architectural and performance challenges, collaborate across design, art, and production, and push engines to their limits.