Senior Game Engineer

Companion Group; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Companion Group is a AAA co-development gaming studio operating fully remotely with teams distributed globally. We seek a Senior Game Developer to lead multiplayer gameplay systems, optimize performance, and deliver seamless networked experiences across modern engines.

You will work with a talented team of developers, designers, and artists to build robust systems, implement cutting-edge networking, and ensure smooth player interactions in large-scale multiplayer titles.

Qualifications

• Senior-level Unreal Engine development experience (6+ years).
• Expert C++ programming skills (C++17/20).
• Strong knowledge of client-server architecture and networking.
• Experience with ECS and at least one proprietary engine is a plus.
• Experience with online services and cloud providers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement multiplayer-ready gameplay systems in Unreal and beyond.
• Produce clean, efficient C++ code with solid architecture.
• Design and optimize data structures and algorithms for scalable networking.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and engineers to deliver immersive gameplay.

Tools

Unreal Engine

C++

Entity Component Systems (ECS)

GAS (Gameplay Abilities System)

Online Services (GBaaS, Azure Playfab, etc.)

Job description

Companion Group is a AAA co-development gaming studio with a globally distributed and fully remote setup, renowned for its adeptness in overcoming the most intricate challenges in multiplayer game development. Our reputation precedes us as an excellent choice for clients aspiring to elevate their latest multiplayer titles, enabling scalability in player numbers, maximising player density, and crafting immersive gameplay experiences.

Embedded seamlessly within a client's in-house team, we collaborate harmoniously to turn dreams into reality. Our portfolio boasts groundbreaking games developed in collaboration with major studios worldwide. As a fully remote studio with colleagues across the globe, we value and emphasise clear, continuous, and transparent communication as highly as technical skills.

As a Senior Game Developer, you’ll be at the heart of crafting exceptional multiplayer experiences. You will work closely with a talented team of developers, designers, and artists to build robust systems, optimize performance, and deliver seamless networked gameplay. Your expertise will drive critical aspects of our technology stack, ensuring players enjoy smooth, immersive, and memorable experiences.

• Architect, implement, and refine cutting-edge multiplayer-ready gameplay systems in and outside of the Unreal Engine

• Produce elegant, efficient, and maintainable C++ code

• Leverage expert-level understanding of data structures and algorithms to solve interesting challenges

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative gameplay experiences

• Contribute to the development of scalable and robust networking solutions

• Tackle and resolve intricate technical hurdles in complex multiplayer games

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  • 6+ years of experience in the Unreal Engine

  • Experience with at least one proprietary game engine (C/C++ OOP/ECS)

  • Deep understanding of Client-Server Game Architecture (e.g. Client-side prediction, Server reconciliation, Lag compensation, Entity Interpolation etc.)

  • Excellent C++ programming skills, including proficiency in modern C++ standards (C++17 and C++20) and their application in diverse contexts beyond Unreal Engine, such as systems programming, network programming, etc.

  • Deep expertise in common data structures and algorithms (DSA)

  • Experience with Online Services (e.g. GBaaS solutions (e.g. Azure Playfab, AccelByte AGS), Custom Game Backend Integration/Development, Toxicity Management Platforms, etc.)

  • Experience with UE’s Gameplay Abilities System (GAS)

  What makes you stand out

  • Experience with Entity Component Systems (ECS) (e.g. flecs.dev)

  • Experience with AI (Behaviour Trees, State Trees, UtilityAI Systems)

  • Experience with one or more Cloud Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)

  • Familiarity with scripting languages and tools development (e.g. Lua, Python, Javascript)

  • Familiarity with one other programming language (e.g. Rust, Golang)

  • Experience with Host-Migration and Seamless-Server Transitions