Real-Time Simulation Engineer - Unreal & VR

remotestar-team; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 4,700 - 6,300; Full time

Job summary

remotestar-team is seeking a Simulation Engineer to build high-fidelity real-time simulation systems covering physics, environments, and immersive VR/XR experiences. You will design architectures for scalable, performance-oriented simulations and work on aircraft/system simulation logic.

The role requires strong C++ fundamentals, understanding of real-time systems, vector math, and experience with Unreal Engine. Fresh graduates are welcome with strong simulation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Game Development, Aerospace, Electronics or related field.
• 0–3 years experience in simulation or real-time systems is acceptable.
• Strong programming fundamentals and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of OOP and system design principles.
• Experience with Unreal Engine or similar real-time engines.
• Understanding of real-time architectures and event-driven systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop real-time simulation systems and architectures.
• Build aircraft and system simulation logic.
• Develop physics-driven behaviors and interaction systems.
• Create and manage terrain and environment workflows.
• Work on VR/XR-based immersive simulation experiences.
• Implement event-driven systems and real-time state management.
• Develop and optimize real-time data communication pipelines.
• Work with vector math, transforms, and 3D coordinate systems.
• Optimize performance for scalable simulation environments.
• Debug and maintain large-scale modular simulation systems.
• Collaborate with systems, networking, and integration teams.
• Ensure reliability, scalability, and maintainability of simulation modules.

Skills

C++

Unreal Engine

OOP & design

Real-time systems

Vector math

Debugging

Modular code

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Unreal Engine

Git

C++

Job description

remotestar-team is seeking a Simulation Engineer to build high-fidelity real-time simulation systems covering physics, environments, and immersive VR/XR experiences. You will design architectures for scalable, performance-oriented simulations and work on aircraft/system simulation logic.

The role requires strong C++ fundamentals, understanding of real-time systems, vector math, and experience with Unreal Engine. Fresh graduates are welcome with strong simulation skills.