Cyberzeus

Unreal Engine Developer

Job ID: 2075615277

Company description is not available

Cyberzeus, Lahore, Pakistan - Office Based

Address: township lahore

Job Description:

We’re looking for an Unreal Engine Developer to join our team!

If you have a strong passion for game development and hands-on experience with Unreal Engine, we want you to help bring our game ideas to life.

You’ll be working with a talented team to create innovative, high-quality experiences for players.

If you're ready to dive into exciting projects and push the boundaries of what's possible in Unreal Engine, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities

1. Gameplay Programming

Implement core gameplay mechanics (e.g., character movement, combat, AI).
Use Blueprints and/or C++ to script game logic.
Collaborate with designers to translate ideas into interactive experiences.

2. Graphics and Rendering

Optimize shaders and materials.
Implement visual effects using Niagara or Cascade.
Work with lighting and post-processing systems.

3. UI/UX Development

Create HUDs, menus, and interfaces using UMG (Unreal Motion Graphics).
Handle user input and event-driven interaction.

4. Performance Optimization

Profile and optimize CPU/GPU usage.
Reduce draw calls, memory usage, and load times.
Ensure the game runs smoothly across platforms.

5. Multiplayer/Networking

Develop online features (e.g., matchmaking, replication).
Handle server-client architecture and latency issues.

6. Physics and Animation

Integrate and fine-tune animations (e.g., state machines, blend spaces).
Work with physics simulations, ragdolls, and collisions.

7. Content Integration

Import and manage 3D assets, textures, and audio.
Collaborate with artists and animators for proper integration.

👥 Collaborative Responsibilities

Participate in sprint planning, code reviews, and stand-up meetings.
Communicate with designers, artists, and QA teams to resolve bugs and iterate on features.
Maintain documentation for systems and codebases.

🧰 Tools & Technologies Commonly Used

Unreal Engine 5 (or 4)
C++, Blueprint Visual Scripting
Perforce, Git (version control)
Visual Studio, Rider
Profiling tools: Unreal Insights, RenderDoc, etc.

Requirements:

Technical Skills

1. Proficiency in Unreal Engine

Strong experience with Unreal Engine 5
Solid understanding of the Blueprint visual scripting system
Experience developing with C++ in Unreal Engine

2. Gameplay & Systems Programming

Knowledge of game architecture and programming patterns
Experience building systems like AI, physics, animation, input handling, etc.

3. Rendering and Graphics

Understanding of materials, lighting, post-processing, and shaders
Experience with Niagara for visual effects is a plus

4. Performance Optimization

Familiarity with profiling tools (Unreal Insights, GPU/CPU profilers)
Ability to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks

5. Multiplayer & Networking (Optional but Valued)

Understanding of replication, networking, and multiplayer logic

6. Cross-Platform Development

Experience deploying to PC, consoles (PS5/Xbox), or mobile platforms

🎓 Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or related field (not always required but often preferred)
Equivalent professional experience may substitute for a degree

🛠️ Tools & Environment

Version control: Perforce, Git
IDE: Visual Studio, Rider for Unreal
Collaboration tools: Jira, Confluence, Trello, Slack

💼 Experience Level

Entry-Level: Solid knowledge of Blueprints, basic C++, personal or academic projects in Unreal
Mid-Level: 3–5 years of Unreal experience, shipped at least one game or real-time project
Senior-Level: 5+ years of experience, strong C++ skills, shipped multiple titles, mentorship or leadership experience