Unreal Gameplay Engineer (Multiplayer)

the hive; East Midlands; Hybride; GBP 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

BULKHEAD is seeking a Gameplay Engineer to join our Unreal Engine-driven team and help shape the early access title Wardogs. You will work on core gameplay systems, networking and performance, writing robust C++ code and collaborating with engineers, designers and artists to deliver engaging multiplayer experiences.

With 2+ years in game development and a strong foundation in Unreal Engine, you will tackle challenging tech problems, implement scalable gameplay features, and contribute ideas to

Qualifications

• 2+ years professional experience in game development.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• Experience with Unreal Engine 4/5 for game development and core systems.
• Understanding of multiplayer networking in game development.
• Strong C++, software design, programming and debugging.
• Solid 3D maths knowledge for games.
• Desire to craft multiplayer games and experience with multiplayer programming.
• Ability to communicate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Clear ability to articulate systems and ideas to others.

Responsabilités

• Build gameplay mechanics in C++ using Unreal Engine’s framework and tools.
• Design small, modular systems that scale and are reusable.
• Add reliable replication for core gameplay mechanics to ensure smooth multiplayer.
• Debug and fix complex issues, providing long-term solutions.
• Write efficient, readable code balancing functionality and performance.
• Profile and optimise code for performance without breaking stability.
• Collaborate with other programmers to integrate systems across codebase.
• Explain technical choices clearly to teammates and stay open to feedback.
• Discuss problems with designers and artists to inform solutions.
• Support general development tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Connaissances

C++

Multiplayer

Networking

Unreal Engine

3D maths

Gameplay systems

Debugging

Communication

Problem solving

Gameplay programming

Formation

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Outils

Unreal Engine

Description du poste

BULKHEAD is seeking a Gameplay Engineer to join our Unreal Engine-driven team and help shape the early access title Wardogs. You will work on core gameplay systems, networking and performance, writing robust C++ code and collaborating with engineers, designers and artists to deliver engaging multiplayer experiences.

With 2+ years in game development and a strong foundation in Unreal Engine, you will tackle challenging tech problems, implement scalable gameplay features, and contribute ideas to