Lead UE5/C++ engineer

Posted 3 Days Ago
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3 Locations
Remote
Senior level
Information Technology • Software
The Role
Lead the development of game systems using Unreal Engine 5 and C++. Oversee architecture, mentor engineers, and optimize performance across platforms.
Summary Generated by Built In

We are seeking an experienced Lead Unreal Engine 5 / C++ Engineer to guide our engineering efforts and help shape the technical direction of our projects. In this role, you will lead a distributed team of developers, drive architectural decisions, and ensure the delivery of scalable, high-performance game systems.

This is a fully remote position, with occasional travel (every few months) to Estonia for 1–2 weeks to collaborate with the team onsite.

Requirements
  • Expert-level proficiency in C++
  • Extensive experience with Unreal Engine (UE4 and/or UE5)
  • Proven experience in a lead or senior engineering role within game development
  • Strong understanding of game architecture, systems design, and real-time performance
  • Experience leading and mentoring engineers in a remote/distributed environment
  • Deep knowledge of at least one area: gameplay systems, networking, AI, physics, or rendering
  • Experience with performance profiling and optimization
  • Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git, Perforce)
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
Nice to Have
  • Experience shipping multiple game titles, ideally in a lead role
  • Strong background in multiplayer/networked game development
  • Familiarity with Unreal Engine 5 tools (Blueprints, Niagara, Nanite, Lumen)
  • Experience building or improving engineering pipelines and tooling
  • Previous experience in international or distributed teams
Responsibilities
  • Lead the design, development, and maintenance of core game systems using Unreal Engine 5 and C++
  • Define and drive technical architecture and best practices across the project
  • Mentor and support engineers through code reviews, guidance, and knowledge sharing
  • Collaborate closely with design, art, and production teams to align technical and creative goals
  • Oversee performance optimization and scalability across platforms (PC/console)
  • Identify technical risks early and propose effective solutions
  • Manage and improve development workflows, tools, and pipelines
  • Ensure code quality, maintainability, and long-term project health
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Fully remote work with flexible hours.
  • Travel opportunities for onsite collaboration.
  • Opportunity to work on innovative and exciting game projects.
  • Collaborative and international team environment.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
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The Company
Kharkiv, Kharkiv
294 Employees

What We Do

Globaldev Group provides end-to-end software development services and builds skillful teams of specialists to fuel your business’ growth. Leveraging our extensive 12-year background and deep industry knowledge, we have established ourselves as a reliable partner for numerous enterprises, SMEs, and startups. Globaldev Group is an ISO/IEC 27001 certified company. ▪️️ Global Teams ▪️ Globaldev offers R&D team extensions to both emerging technology companies and global corporations. Empowered by our global talent pool, we excel at connecting our clients with high-skilled specialists. Hiring, onboarding, and continuous management are all included in our comprehensive set of services, enabling our clients to quickly scale their teams and achieve their product development and implementation goals. ▪️ Global Engineering ▪️ - Obtain a custom-designed solution from scratch - Scale or enhance your current software infrastructure - Stay ahead with the latest cutting-edge technologies - Access a comprehensive range of services from a single vendor As a full-stack development company, we are equipped to fulfill all your business requirements. Whether it's product discovery, proof of concept, UX design, or development, Globaldev serves as your all-in-one solution provider.

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