Software Developer Simulation

At Horizon Hobby, we inspire dreams and help build memories! Our company is the leader in the global Radio Control industry, celebrating 40 years in 2025! We offer tremendous opportunities for growth and development and a full array of benefits including discounts on our products! We are currently hiring a Software Developer for our Simulation team!

This position reports into our office in Champaign, IL location. Local candidates preferred. However, we may consider hybrid/remote work arrangements.

Typical pay for this position is $80,000-$100,000 annually. The final offer for this position will be based on the unique experience and qualifications of the candidate selected. This position may also be eligible for a bonus not included in the base pay range.

We are seeking an experienced Unreal Engine developer with a history of successfully shipped titles. You’ll create new applications to complement our class-leading portfolio of Radio Control (RC) Air and Surface vehicles. Use your game-development skills to work with the premier hobby brands in the world to bring products into compelling digital experiences. As a part of a small team, you will have the opportunity to work on every aspect of the software package and watch with pride as it releases into the market.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Build simulation and visualization features for Unreal Engine 5 applications
• Build new features and correct bugs within existing software products
• Develop build pipelines targeting multiple hardware platforms
• Work with QA and Production to address any issues encountered along the release process
• Test fixes and features completed by other developers when appropriate
• Develop code to interface with HID hardware
• Operate under source control
• Communicate clearly through issue-tracking systems and other channels

Education & Experience

Required:

• 5+ years of experience with Unreal Engine development, primarily UE5
• Strong proficiency with C++ and C++ integration into Unreal Engine
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Helpful:

• Experience and/or interest in RC hobby vehicles

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits and other perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• HSA and FSA options 
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance 
• Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance 
• 401(k) with a company match 
• Paid Time Off 
• Paid Holidays 
• Internal Rewards 
• Discounts on Products 
• Additional Coverage such as accident, critical, hospital and pet insurance. 

Horizon Hobby is a progressive, innovative company and, as such, is constantly reevaluating and reinventing the processes and procedures associated with each job. The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may change at any time.  In addition, employees may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work necessary or important to the operation of Horizon. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected and appreciated.

Horizon Hobby, LLC is an equal opportunity and E-Verify employer