Job Title: Contract Senior Console Engineer - Unreal
Location: Remote
Duration: Contract position
We are expanding our team at Side!
As a Contract Senior Console Engineer specializing in Unreal Engine, you will play a pivotal role in the development and delivery of cutting-edge console games. You will collaborate with artists, designers, and other engineers to create high-quality gaming experiences. Your expertise in Unreal Engine will be essential as you troubleshoot and optimize game performance across various platforms.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement gameplay features in Unreal Engine for console platforms.
- Optimize game performance on multiple console platforms, including PS4/PS5, Xbox One/Xbox Series X.
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of art, design, and functionality.
- Troubleshoot and debug issues across various stages of development.
- Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
- Stay current with industry trends and Unreal Engine updates, integrating new technologies as needed.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in console game development, specifically with Unreal Engine.
- Strong knowledge of game optimization techniques across various console hardware.
- Strong proficiency in C++ programming language.
- Demonstrated experience shipping at least one title on major console platforms.
- Deep understanding of Unreal Engine architecture, tools, and workflows.
- Experience working collaboratively in a team environment and communicating effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for gaming development.
Benefits
This is a 1099 position and benefits are not included
About Side
Side (formerly PTW) is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in 2009 and drawing on 30+ years' experience from our parent company in Japan, Side has since grown to become a global force with 20 studios in 14 countries across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.
Our industry-leading services include game development, art production, audio production, quality assurance, localization, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets.
Help us bring stories to the world! Join a global team of passionate gamers and contribute to delivering unforgettable game experiences.
Experience our side of life. For more information, visit www.side.inc.
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What We Do
Side transforms high-performing agents, teams, and independent brokerages into successful businesses and boutique brands that are 100% agent-owned. Headquartered in San Francisco, Side exclusively partners with the best agents, empowering them with proprietary technology and a premier support team so they can be more productive, grow their business, and focus on serving their clients.
Why Work With Us
Led by a team of experienced industry professionals and technology innovators, the Side team is constantly developing technology that improves agent productivity, legal compliance, marketing programs, and customer experience, to support the best-in-breed agents that we partner with.
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