SENIOR GAMEPLAY ENGINEER Engineering · Derby

Bulkhead Interactive; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A game development studio in the East Midlands is seeking a passionate Senior Engineer to specialize in gameplay engineering and Unreal Engine. You will write maintainable code, solve complex technical issues, and ensure smooth networking for multiplayer gameplay. Join us in developing 'Wardogs,' an immersive multiplayer first-person shooter and be part of an energetic, collaborative team committed to creating engaging gaming experiences.

Qualifications

• Strong C++ skills and experience with Unreal Engine.
• Deep understanding of multiplayer networking.
• Track record of shipping commercial multiplayer games.

Responsibilities

• Write high-performance, scalable, and maintainable code.
• Solve debugging and optimization challenges.
• Ensure networking functions well in multiplayer environments.
• Guide and mentor other engineers.
• Collaborate with designers and artists.

Skills

C++ skills

Unreal Engine experience

Multiplayer networking

Problem-solving

Job description

BULKHEAD is on the hunt for a Senior Engineer who specializes in gameplay engineering and thrives in Unreal Engine. If you’re passionate about crafting responsive, immersive gameplay systems and love solving technical challenges, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll be doing

• Writing high-performance, scalable, and maintainable code
• Solving tricky debugging and optimisation challenges
• Making sure networking runs like a dream in multiplayer environments
• Guiding and mentoring other engineers to level up their skills
• Collaborating with designers and artists to create something amazing

What we need from you:

• Strong C++ skills and Unreal Engine experience
• Deep understanding of multiplayer networking
• A track record of shipping commercial multiplayer games
• A passion for problem-solving and making things better

The Game

You’ll be working on Wardogs, an all-out-warfare multiplayer first person shooter. That means infantry combat, tank warfare, jet dog fighting, and artillery barrages. We play test the game twice a week, so you’ll have lots of time to get stuck in and really be a part of the game you’re creating.