Senior Unreal Engine Developer

About Alderon Games:

Alderon Games is a leading video game development company known for creating engaging and immersive gaming experiences. We foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and collaboration, and we are dedicated to producing high-quality games.

Job Description:

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Unreal Game Developer to join the Alderon Games team. You will assist to lead a team of game developers, provide guidance, support, and technical expertise throughout the development process. You will be responsible for implementing complex gameplay systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality games. This role requires strong technical expertise in Unreal Engine, a deep understanding of game development principles, and the ability to solve complex technical challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with game designers, artists, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements, gameplay mechanics, and technical specifications.
• Develop complex gameplay systems, mechanics, and features using Unreal Engine, ensuring they align with the project's vision and objectives.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality, performance, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with the technical team to solve complex technical challenges, optimize performance, and improve the overall quality of the game.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior developers, fostering their growth and development in Unreal Engine and game development practices.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes, tools, and workflows, identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and productivity.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Senior Unreal Game Developer or similar role, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
• Extensive experience with Unreal Engine and a deep understanding of its core systems, Blueprints, and C++ programming.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities, with a passion for sharing knowledge and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with multiplayer and networked gameplay systems is a plus.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) is a plus.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality games.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• A creative, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
• The opportunity to work on innovative and exciting projects.
• Remote work options and flexible work hours.
• Opportunities for career development and growth.

Please apply via this form: https://alderongames.com/work-with-us

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $41.00 - $52.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in Unreal Engine?
• Which programs or programming languages are you familiar with?
• What is your favorite game genre or game title?
• Are you equipped to work remotely?
• Why do you think you would be a good fit for this position?
• What is your favourite dinosaur, and why?

Work Location: Remote