Contract Software Engineer

Code Wizards Group; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Game and Esports Tech company in the UK is seeking an experienced Unreal Engine Engineer for a freelance role. You will build and optimize multiplayer systems and deliver crossplay functionality across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Unreal Engine and a strong background in multiplayer networking. This position offers an exciting opportunity to impact cross-platform projects within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Deep hands-on experience with Unreal Engine (C++ & Blueprints).
• Proven track record with multiplayer networking and crossplay.
• Experience with backend tech, ideally Nakama or similar.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimise multiplayer systems in Unreal Engine.
• Deliver crossplay functionality across multiple platforms.
• Work on client-side and server-side features.

Skills

Unreal Engine (C++ & Blueprints)

Multiplayer networking

Crossplay functionality

Client / server architecture

Independent work

Tools

Nakama

Job description

Code Wizards are one of the world's leaders in Game and Esports Tech.

We're in a period of growth and looking to bolster our software engineering capabilities.

We are on the lookout for an experienced Unreal Engine Engineer to join our team on a freelance / contract basis.

This role is all about multiplayer, networking, and crossplay, the backbone of truly connected gameplay. It offers the chance to make an impact on exciting cross-platform projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and optimise multiplayer systems in Unreal Engine.
• Deliver crossplay functionality across multiple platforms.
• Work on both client-side and server-side features.
• Collaborate with internal and external engineers to ship great features.
• Debug, test, and improve online gameplay performance.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Deep hands-on experience with Unreal Engine (C++ & Blueprints).
• Proven track record with multiplayer networking & crossplay.
• Experience with backend tech, ideally Nakama or similar.
• Strong understanding of online systems, client / server architecture.
• Background in the games industry.
• Comfortable working independently and thriving in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

REQUIREMENTS

• Freelance / Contract role.
• UK-based candidate.