Remote Game Audio Engineer — Immersive Real-Time Audio

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Game Audio Engineer to implement, mix, and optimize in-game audio assets from anywhere.

You will work with sound designers, composers, and programmers, ensuring high-fidelity audio using DAWs and middleware such as Wwise and FMOD, plus engine integration in Unreal or Unity.

A strong ear, real-time troubleshooting skills, and a collaborative, remote-first mindset are essential to deliver immersive worlds.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of DAWs and game audio workflows.
• Experience with Wwise or FMOD middleware.
• Experience with Unreal Engine or Unity integration.
• Real-time audio implementation and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Implement, mix, and optimize all in-game audio assets.
• Collaborate with sound designers, composers, and programmers.
• Ensure high-fidelity audio and robust QA across platforms.

Skills

DAWs

Middleware (Wwise/FMOD)

Engine integration

Real-time audio

Problem-solving

Tools

Wwise

FMOD

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Game Audio Engineer to implement, mix, and optimize in-game audio assets from anywhere.

You will work with sound designers, composers, and programmers, ensuring high-fidelity audio using DAWs and middleware such as Wwise and FMOD, plus engine integration in Unreal or Unity.

A strong ear, real-time troubleshooting skills, and a collaborative, remote-first mindset are essential to deliver immersive worlds.