Game Tech Lead (UE5 / Multiplayer Systems)

3 weeks, 3 days ago
Xsolla

Xsolla

Xsolla is an international payment solution provider for online games, offering tools to launch, monetize, and scale games worldwide with local payment methods and fraud prevention.

Internet Software & Services
251-1K
Founded 2005

Description

  • Lead the technical implementation of gameplay systems in Unreal Engine 5.
  • Architect and maintain multiplayer systems, networking, and server-side gameplay infrastructure.
  • Drive engineering best practices, code quality, and long-term technical scalability.
  • Optimize runtime performance across gameplay and multiplayer systems.
  • Collaborate with technical art and creative teams on integrated production workflows.
  • Support cloud-delivered interactive experiences and scalable online environments.
  • Mentor engineers and contribute to technical leadership across the project.
  • Work closely with production and stakeholders to align technical execution with project goals.

Requirements

  • Strong expertise in Unreal Engine 5.
  • Advanced knowledge of C++ and Blueprints.
  • Proven experience building and shipping multiplayer gameplay systems.
  • Deep understanding of networking, dedicated servers, and online infrastructure.
  • Experience with gameplay architecture and performance optimization.
  • Experience integrating game clients with backend platform services such as identity, inventory, commerce, matchmaking, or social systems.
  • Strong technical leadership and mentoring experience.
  • Ability to work across engineering, art, and production disciplines.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with cloud-streamed or online interactive experiences is preferred.
  • Familiarity with persistent online worlds or immersive virtual platforms is preferred.
  • Experience scaling multiplayer environments and live systems is preferred.
  • Background in technical prototyping or platform-level systems is preferred.

Benefits

  • Unlimited Flexible Time Off.
  • A personalized career roadmap.
  • Training and educational opportunities for professional development.
  • A supportive benefits program focused on physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
  • A collaborative culture that values creativity and the transformative power of play.

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