Senior Unreal Gameplay Engineer | Blockbuster Multiplayer FPS | Montreal (Hybrid)
Top Benefits
About the role
Join Ironbelly Studios' elite 20+ person team of senior decorated industry veterans shipping their next blockbuster.
THE PROJECT We're building a hardcore multiplayer shooter in Unreal Engine 5 for veteran FPS players who demand tactical depth, responsive controls, and solid networking performance. This isn't another battle royale clone - it's a competitive PC experience requiring robust server authority with client prediction and reconciliation.
️ CORE SYSTEMS YOU'LL OWN
- Server authority with client prediction and reconciliation
- Weapon trace mechanics and projectile simulation with material penetration
- Advanced AI state machines
- Complex inventory replication and loot spawn management
- Persistent player data with reputation tracking
- Session management and matchmaking
YOUR MISSION
- Implement and refine gameplay mechanics within our established UE5 framework
- Optimize performance for competitive multiplayer experiences
- Debug and resolve complex gameplay issues in a mature codebase
- Collaborate with designers and artists to polish existing game systems
- Participate in code reviews and maintain high code quality standards
- Work with QA to identify and resolve gameplay-related bugs
YOU BRING
- 5+ years of professional Unreal Engine development (UE4/UE5)
- Strong C++ programming skills with focus on gameplay systems
- Experience developing shooters (weapon systems, player movement, combat mechanics)
- 2+ shipped commercial games, preferably shooters
- Proficiency with multiplayer networking and client-server architecture
- Backend infrastructure integration experience
- Performance profiling and optimization expertise
BONUS POINTS
- Experience with multiplayer or tactical shooters
- Knowledge of competitive multiplayer challenges
- Familiarity with anti-cheat systems and server authority
THE SETUP
- Location: Montreal
- Hybrid working model - collaborate in-office 1-2 days/week
- Competitive salary and benefits package including dental, vision, vacation
Ready to ship something legendary with a team that's delivered 300+ projects?
About Ironbelly Studios
Ironbelly Studios is comprised of a talented, passionate and dedicated number of game developers from all corners of the globe. Our focus is on creating high quality entertainment experiences as well as providing outsourcing services at a fraction of the cost seen elsewhere.
Senior Unreal Gameplay Engineer | Blockbuster Multiplayer FPS | Montreal (Hybrid)
Top Benefits
About the role
Join Ironbelly Studios' elite 20+ person team of senior decorated industry veterans shipping their next blockbuster.
THE PROJECT We're building a hardcore multiplayer shooter in Unreal Engine 5 for veteran FPS players who demand tactical depth, responsive controls, and solid networking performance. This isn't another battle royale clone - it's a competitive PC experience requiring robust server authority with client prediction and reconciliation.
️ CORE SYSTEMS YOU'LL OWN
- Server authority with client prediction and reconciliation
- Weapon trace mechanics and projectile simulation with material penetration
- Advanced AI state machines
- Complex inventory replication and loot spawn management
- Persistent player data with reputation tracking
- Session management and matchmaking
YOUR MISSION
- Implement and refine gameplay mechanics within our established UE5 framework
- Optimize performance for competitive multiplayer experiences
- Debug and resolve complex gameplay issues in a mature codebase
- Collaborate with designers and artists to polish existing game systems
- Participate in code reviews and maintain high code quality standards
- Work with QA to identify and resolve gameplay-related bugs
YOU BRING
- 5+ years of professional Unreal Engine development (UE4/UE5)
- Strong C++ programming skills with focus on gameplay systems
- Experience developing shooters (weapon systems, player movement, combat mechanics)
- 2+ shipped commercial games, preferably shooters
- Proficiency with multiplayer networking and client-server architecture
- Backend infrastructure integration experience
- Performance profiling and optimization expertise
BONUS POINTS
- Experience with multiplayer or tactical shooters
- Knowledge of competitive multiplayer challenges
- Familiarity with anti-cheat systems and server authority
THE SETUP
- Location: Montreal
- Hybrid working model - collaborate in-office 1-2 days/week
- Competitive salary and benefits package including dental, vision, vacation
Ready to ship something legendary with a team that's delivered 300+ projects?
About Ironbelly Studios
Ironbelly Studios is comprised of a talented, passionate and dedicated number of game developers from all corners of the globe. Our focus is on creating high quality entertainment experiences as well as providing outsourcing services at a fraction of the cost seen elsewhere.