Unreal Engine 5 Multiplayer Programmer

Vfxwire; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DNEG in London is seeking a Game Programmer to lead architecture and implementation of cross-platform gameplay using Unreal Engine 5 and C++. You will work with designers, artists and engineers to deliver high-performance multiplayer experiences on PC and mobile.

The role emphasizes GAS usage, client/server networking, level streaming, and scalable systems to optimize across hardware. Strong collaboration and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Expert C++ programming skills with deep Unreal Engine 5 experience.
• Strong understanding of GAS for multiplayer gameplay mechanics.
• Experience developing for PC and mobile platforms, ensuring compatibility and performance.
• Proficiency in Unreal Engine’s networking framework, implementing client/server architectures for multiplayer games.
• Expertise in level streaming techniques for open-world or large-scale environments.
• Strong knowledge of build systems (Unreal Build System, Jenkins, CMake) for efficient multi-platform deployment.
• Proven track record of optimizing CPU, GPU, and memory performance for both PC and mobile.
• Familiarity with cloud-based multiplayer solutions, matchmaking, and server scaling.
• Experience with source control systems (Perforce, Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a deep understanding of game architecture and optimization.
• Strong communication skills, capable of collaborating with technical and non-technical teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Define technical strategies for PC and mobile platforms with engineering team.
• Architect and optimize core gameplay systems using C++ and Unreal Engine 5.
• Oversee GAS implementation for scalable, multiplayer gameplay mechanics.
• Design and implement networking architecture using Unreal’s Client/Server model.
• Develop and maintain build systems for efficient cross-platform deployment on PC and mobile.
• Optimize CPU, GPU, memory, and network performance across hardware configurations.
• Implement level streaming solutions to manage large environments.
• Create and enhance internal tools to improve workflow for designers and artists.
• Collaborate with UI/UX, animation, and gameplay teams to integrate high-performance features.
• Troubleshoot multiplayer synchronization, replication, and latency mitigation.

Skills

C++ expert

Unreal Engine

Gameplay Ability System

Networking

Performance optimization

Team collaboration

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

GAS

Client/Server networking

Level streaming

Build systems

Perforce/Git/CI/CD

Job description

DNEG in London is seeking a Game Programmer to lead architecture and implementation of cross-platform gameplay using Unreal Engine 5 and C++. You will work with designers, artists and engineers to deliver high-performance multiplayer experiences on PC and mobile.

The role emphasizes GAS usage, client/server networking, level streaming, and scalable systems to optimize across hardware. Strong collaboration and problem-solving are essential.