Senior Unreal Gameplay Engineer (UE5) - Remote Canada

Blackbird Interactive; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative game studio in Vancouver seeks a Senior Gameplay Engineer to lead the development of player mechanics and gameplay systems in Unreal Engine 5. This role requires strong C++ skills and experience in game development, along with the ability to collaborate across disciplines. The ideal candidate will thrive in a remote-friendly work environment, driving innovation and mentoring junior engineers.

Benefits

Four-day work week

Hybrid work arrangements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with C++ in gameplay system development.
• Experience in shipping titles with significant gameplay ownership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of player-facing mechanics.
• Define modular, scalable gameplay frameworks.
• Collaborate with design, animation, audio, and production.
• Optimize gameplay systems for performance.
• Provide technical mentorship and guide best practices.
• Prototype and evaluate new gameplay paradigms.

Skills

C++

Unreal Engine 4 or 5

Gameplay system development

Performance profiling

Mentorship

Education

BSc in Computer Science or related field

Job description

A creative game studio in Vancouver seeks a Senior Gameplay Engineer to lead the development of player mechanics and gameplay systems in Unreal Engine 5. This role requires strong C++ skills and experience in game development, along with the ability to collaborate across disciplines. The ideal candidate will thrive in a remote-friendly work environment, driving innovation and mentoring junior engineers.