Unreal Engine C++ Engineer - Gameplay & Systems

ZEN8; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 paid vacation days

Performance-based rewards

Fitness partner discounts

Meal allowance

Hybrid work setup

Job summary

A leading virtual swimming company in Lisboa is seeking an Unreal Engine Developer (C++ / Mobile) to build a cross-platform experience for athletes. You will design and optimize UI systems, collaborate with teams, and ensure high-quality, engaging interactive systems. Ideal candidates have 4–6+ years of Unreal Engine experience, strong teamwork skills, and a passion for building innovative solutions. The role offers a competitive salary, performance-based rewards, and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 4–6+ years of Unreal Engine experience or equivalent shipped projects.
• Hands-on experience with UE5 (C++, Blueprints, UMG).
• Strong understanding of modular system design.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain UI systems with gameplay integration.
• Design data-driven systems using DataTables and scripting.
• Collaborate to optimize systems for clarity and performance.

Skills

Unreal Engine

C++

UI Design

Gameplay Systems

Multiplayer Replication

Data-driven Architecture

Collaboration Skills

Tools

Unreal Engine 5

Python

AWS Gamelift

Job description

A leading virtual swimming company in Lisboa is seeking an Unreal Engine Developer (C++ / Mobile) to build a cross-platform experience for athletes. You will design and optimize UI systems, collaborate with teams, and ensure high-quality, engaging interactive systems. Ideal candidates have 4–6+ years of Unreal Engine experience, strong teamwork skills, and a passion for building innovative solutions. The role offers a competitive salary, performance-based rewards, and a hybrid work model.