Game Modification Engineer, C++

Wand; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wand seeks an engineer with strong reverse-engineering instincts to create and implement game modifications, focusing on Unreal/Unity Engine titles across AAA, AA, and indie games. Solid programming skills and a creative approach to mod design are required.

You will design modifications using our SDK, analyze game systems, implement hooks, and troubleshoot across versions while documenting techniques for the team.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in C programming.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities.
• Creative approach to mod design with a genuine interest in how players experience and reshape games.
• Ability to generate a high volume of creative mod ideas quickly, including under tight deadlines.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technical frameworks.
• Experience with Unreal Engine and/or Unity or exposure to other engines used across AAA, AA, and indie titles.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement game modifications using our SDK framework
• Analyze game mechanics and systems to identify modification opportunities
• Create hooks into game functions
• Modify game object properties and game state
• Develop solutions for desired gaming features (e.g., resource modification, character manipulation)
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and fix bugs in existing and in-development modifications
• Test and validate modifications across different game versions
• Document modification techniques and implementation patterns

Skills

C programming

Analytical thinking

Creative mod design

Idea generation under deadlines

Learn new frameworks

Unreal Engine / Unity experience

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

Role Overview

We’re seeking an engineer with strong reverse-engineering instincts to create and implement game modifications, with an initial focus on Unreal/Unity Engine-based titles spanning AAA, AA, and indie games. Solid programming skills are required though a creative approach to mod design and willingness to learn game engines is a must.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement game modifications using our SDK framework


• Analyze game mechanics and systems to identify modification opportunities


• Create hooks into game functions


• Modify game object properties and game state


• Develop solutions for desired gaming features (e.g., resource modification, character manipulation)


• Investigate, troubleshoot, and fix bugs in existing and in-development modifications


• Test and validate modifications across different game versions


• Document modification techniques and implementation patterns

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in C programming


• Analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities


• Creative approach to mod design with a genuine interest in how players experience and reshape games


• Ability to generate a high volume of creative mod ideas quickly, including under tight deadlines


• Ability to learn and adapt to new technical frameworks


• Experience with Unreal Engine and/or Unity or exposure to other engines used across AAA, AA, and indie titles

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing game trainers or modification tools


• Background in game development or modding communities


• Familiarity with game engine architectures and event systems


• Reverse engineering experience (disassembly, debugging tools, static/dynamic analysis, etc.)

Technical Knowledge Areas

• Programming proficiency


• Memory management and pointer manipulation


• Function hooks

Wand makes gaming magical. Through game customization and guidance, we build tools that helps players have more fun in their favorite games.

Our platform works across thousands of PC games, ensuring that great games are accessible to everyone, regardless of time constraints, skill level, or accessibility needs. We want to build the future of game assistance, and we’re hoping you’ll join us.

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