Unreal Software Engineer

Bolt6; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A sports technology company is seeking a skilled developer to create C++ applications for visualizing sports data. Candidates should have a relevant degree and strong proficiency in C++ and Unreal Engine 5. This role offers significant autonomy, opportunities for professional growth, and competitive compensation dependent on experience.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Health and wellbeing stipend

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Proficient in C++.
• Experience in UI development e.g. Dear ImGui.
• Flexible self-starter with initiative and the ability to develop projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop C++ applications for visualizing sports data.
• Interface with Unreal Engine for rendering.
• Design intuitive and easy to use user interfaces.

Skills

C++

Unreal Engine 5

Git version control

UI development

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

About Us

We’re building the future of sport. Bolt6 is a sports technology company at the forefront of visual innovation – from real‑time tracking and data overlays, to immersive broadcast graphics and AR experiences. We work across tennis, golf, motorsport, volleyball, and more; partnering with rights holders and broadcasters to elevate how sport is seen, understood, and enjoyed.

What You’ll Do

• Develop C++ applications for visualizing sports data with a keen‑eye for both technical design as well as creative aesthetic.
• Interface with Unreal Engine for rendering to create world‑class graphics.
  • Use both C++ and Blueprints in Unreal Engine 5 to create engaging 3D and 2D graphics.
• Design intuitive and easy to use user interfaces.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proficient in C++.
• Proficient in Unreal Engine 5, including both their C++ API as well as Blueprints.
• Proficient using Git version control.
• Experience in UI development e.g. Dear ImGui.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and communication skills.
• Flexible self‑starter with initiative and the ability to pick up and develop projects independently.
• Intellectually curious and driven to ask the right questions in order to get to the bottom of complex issues.
• The ability to work well under pressure to tight deadlines whilst remaining organised.

Nice to Haves

• Experience in 3D asset creation e.g. 3D modeling, texturing.
• Knowledge of graphics APIs e.g. Vulkan.

What We Offer

• If you are looking for a company where you will be challenged, valued and respected, with great compensation in a team that doesn’t play politics then this is the role for you.
• Ownership and autonomy of your work.
• The opportunity to work in sport at an elite level.
• Support through learning and development tailored to your role.
• We have supported a number of promotions as well as internal changes to help our top talent grow and stay engaged in their careers.
• Bonus scheme.
• Health and wellbeing stipend.
• Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future.
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

Location

There is a choice between working remotely ±3 hours timezone from UK, or we also have offices in London, Winchester and Bristol.