Remote Senior Game Engine & Backend Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 2,003,000 - 3,005,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Game Developer with a strong emphasis on engine development to join a remote-first team. You will design and maintain core engine systems, develop gameplay frameworks, and contribute to backend services across PC, consoles, and mobile.

The role requires deep knowledge of C++, Unreal Engine or Unity, 3D graphics, real-time rendering, and distributed systems. You will mentor juniors, optimize performance, and help shape the technical direction of

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a game developer with engine programming focus.
• Proficient in C++ with Unreal/Unity experience.
• Strong understanding of 3D graphics, physics, and real-time rendering.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain core game engine systems (rendering, physics, AI, networking).
• Develop gameplay frameworks to support diverse genres.
• Build backend services, databases, and multiplayer infrastructure.
• Write clean, efficient C++ code and collaborate with artists/designers.
• Profile and optimize performance across PC/console/mobile.
• Mentor junior developers and participate in code reviews.
• Stay current with game development tech and best practices.

Skills

Extensive game development experience

C++ proficiency

Game engine experience (Unreal/Unity)

3D graphics/real-time rendering

Backend services and cloud platforms

Network programming

Problem solving and analytical mindset

Remote collaboration

Communication and teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Game Developer with a strong emphasis on engine development to join a remote-first team. You will design and maintain core engine systems, develop gameplay frameworks, and contribute to backend services across PC, consoles, and mobile.

The role requires deep knowledge of C++, Unreal Engine or Unity, 3D graphics, real-time rendering, and distributed systems. You will mentor juniors, optimize performance, and help shape the technical direction of