Unreal Engine Tech Lead (f/m/d)

Aesir Interactive GmbH; Ottobrunn; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Remote work options

Free drinks

Fruit basket

Public transport subsidy

Table tennis / table soccer

Job summary

Aesir Interactive GmbH in Bavaria is seeking a Lead Unreal Engine Programmer to steer the Programming Department, while maintaining hands-on expertise in Unreal Engine 5 and C++. You will shape the technical vision and guide a team to deliver high-quality games for PC and consoles.

You will set project direction, oversee tests, mentor teammates, collaborate with Art, Design and QA, and drive process improvements to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in games and/or software engineering, including several years in a senior or supervisory role.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a programming team, including goal-setting and feedback.
• Solid knowledge of C++ and Unreal Engine 4/5 with ability to guide technical discussions.
• Strong understanding of software architecture and modern development workflows.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Strategic thinking with hands-on technical skills to provide direction.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Programming Department, aligning goals with corporate objectives.
• Set the technical direction of projects for scalability and maintainability.
• Oversee testing strategies (Unit, Smoke, Integration, Feature, Functional) to safeguard quality.
• Coach, mentor and develop team members and foster knowledge sharing and innovation.
• Coordinate with Art, Design, Tech‑Art and QA to integrate features.
• Initiate process improvements to increase efficiency and stability.
• Communicate proactively with management to align departmental requirements with corporate goals.

Skills

Unreal Engine

C++

Leadership

Software architecture

English proficiency

Team mentoring

Job description

Your role:

As the Lead Unreal Engine Programmer, you will take strategic and operational leadership of the Programming Department while keeping a solid, hands‑on understanding of Unreal Engine 5 and C++.
You are responsible for shaping the technical vision, ensuring efficient workflows, and guiding a team of programmers to create high-quality Double‑A games for PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch.
Your leadership will drive innovation, foster cross‑departmental collaboration, and ensure the successful delivery of our projects in line with Aesir’s long‑term goals.

The kind of stuff you`ll be doing:

Your day‑to‑day work combines leadership with technical direction:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Programming Department, aligning goals and processes with Aesir’s corporate objectives.
• Set the technical direction of our projects, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and alignment with industry best practices.
• Oversee testing strategies (Unit, Smoke, Integration, Feature, and Functional Tests) to safeguard quality.
• Coach, mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing and innovation.
• Coordinate and collaborate closely with other departments (Art, Design, Tech‑Art, QA) to enable the integration of new features and enhancements.
• Initiate and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and stability within the Programming Department.
• Communicate proactively with the management team to ensure alignment of corporate objectives and departmental requirements.

Who are we looking for:

We are seeking a proven technical leader with a passion for Unreal Engine and game development.

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in games and/or software engineering, including several years in a senior or supervisory role.
• Solid knowledge of C++ and experience with Unreal Engine 4/5, with the ability to set direction and guide technical discussions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a programming team, including setting goals, providing feedback and supporting professional growth.
• Strong understanding of software architecture and modern development workflows.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written, and the ability to foster cross‑departmental collaboration.
• A high level of strategic thinking combined with sufficient hands‑on technical skills to provide guidance and direction.

Main responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership of the Programming Department in line with Aesir’s corporate goals.
• Ensure quality standards and timely delivery of all programming tasks within the financial framework of the company.
• Drive the adoption of effective technologies and best practices in Unreal Engine development.
• Plan and manage training and development measures to strengthen the team’s expertise.
• Conduct regular feedback sessions, evaluations and 1:1s to ensure continuous development and clear goal-setting.
• Promote cross‑departmental collaboration to maximize synergies and project success.
• Develop and maintain frameworks to monitor and ensure technical quality.

Benefits

• A welcoming and vibrant office located just 10 minutes from the central station, fostering creativity and collaboration.
• A 38‑hour workweek, ensuring a healthy work‑life balance.
• Relocation support if needed, making your transition to Munich seamless.
• The flexibility of remote work options, tailored to your individual needs and responsibilities.
• Free drinks, including soft drinks, coffee, tea to keep you refreshed and energized.
• Weekly fresh organic fruit basket for a healthy and happy team.
• Monthly credit card top‑up of 50€ for added convenience*.
• Recharge your batteries after completing demanding tasks; play a game of table tennis or table soccer to invigorate your spirit.
• Exciting company‑based events, offering knowledge transfer, fun activities, and opportunities for recreation.
• We pay for your train / public transport ticket and a subsidy for lunch*

*After the probation period