Lead Unreal Engineer

This job is posted for Skymap Games via ParallelAbout Skymap GamesSkymap is an independent game development studio based in Manchester, NH. Founded in 2013, Skymap develops its own original titles and partners with developers to help promising projects realize their full potential. You can learn more about the studio and portfolio of titles at https://skymap.comOur ValuesProviding opportunities for employees of Skymap to contribute to our games and culture at any level of the organization.Hiring folks with a can-do attitude, excellent communication skills, and strong technical fundamentals. We want to work with people who are kind and helpful.Employees are a culture add, not a culture fit. Diversity is strength.We Provide*Most positions are fully remoteMedical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependentsShort-term disability, long-term disability, and term life insurance401k with matching4 weeks paid time off, sick leave, and holiday policiesPaid professional development timeEmployee run and company funded committees for social events, charitable causes, etc.Strong work-life balance and anti-crunch policies*Not all benefits are available to part-time employees and/or applicants outside of the U.S.Skymap Games is hiring a Senior Unreal Engineer with deep expertise in Unreal Engine’s geometry systems to lead the development of innovative gameplay features. This role is ideal for experienced developers who have a strong grasp of terrain, procedural mesh, and world-building systems — and who are excited to build interactive systems such as in-game construction, terrain modification, and map-based gameplay. You’ll collaborate closely with design and art to bring new player experiences to life.ResponsibilitiesLead development of gameplay systems related to world-building, procedural geometry, terrain, and spatial interactionDesign, implement, and maintain production-level Unreal Engine features with a focus on geometry, dynamic mesh, and actor-based systemsOwn architectural decisions for complex game features and collaborate with other leads to align technical directionWork closely with designers to prototype and polish build-mode gameplay and construction mechanicsMentor and support other engineers in the development of performant and scalable systemsCommunicate cross-functionally to ensure engineering work aligns with design goals and project needsProactively identify technical risks and work to resolve them efficientlyQualifications6+ years of professional game industry programming experienceAdvanced experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5, particularly in the areas of map systems, procedural mesh, geometry scripting, and actor/tile-based workflowsStrong C/C++ skills with deep understanding of data structures, memory management, and performance optimizationProven ability to develop and iterate on complex gameplay systems with real-time interactivityComfortable leading major feature development from initial design through implementation and polishAble to clearly communicate technical ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersStrong debugging skills and familiarity with performance profiling toolsA commitment to a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environmentExcellent collaboration, communication, and mentorship abilitiesPlusesExperience with terrain generation or modification systemsFamiliarity with procedural generation in gameplay or world-building contextsExperience with Unreal UMG and Blueprints for feature prototypingUnderstanding of networking as it relates to gameplay and replicated geometry systemsBackground in working with distributed, fully remote teamsPrior experience building user-driven creation systems (e.g., construction/build modes, mod tools)Equal OpportunityEqual Employment Opportunity will always be a fundamental principle at Skymap Games, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, traits historically associated with race, such as natural and protective hair styles and hair texture, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by local, state and/or federal law.The Skymap Games Equal Employment Opportunity standard applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.Skymap is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Should you need any special accommodations to participate in the application process, such as assistance in completing the application, accommodations for the interview, accommodations for any job-related employment tests, and/or any other needed accommodation, please let us know at the time of application, or at the time an appointment is scheduled. You may send an email to contact@skymap.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.All applicant information will be kept confidential according to state and federal EEO guidelines.DEI principles are important to us, and candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.Skymap does not offer visa sponsorship at this time.We are an E-Verify employer.