Senior Frontend Engineer - AAA Extraction Shooter (React/TypeScript)
Top Benefits
About the role
Ironbelly Studios | Montreal | Hybrid (1-2 days/week office)
Build the launcher and web ecosystem for a blockbuster Unreal Engine 5 extraction shooter.
The Game You'll Support
We're developing an intensely competitive hardcore PC extraction shooter in Unreal Engine 5, featuring robust server authority with client prediction, advanced AI state machines, complex inventory replication, and persistent player reputation tracking. Think Escape from Tarkov meets next-gen technology.
Your Mission: The Frontend That Powers Everything
As our Senior Frontend Engineer, you'll own the launcher and web ecosystem that connects millions of players to our game. This isn't generic web development - you're building the gateway to a AAA gaming experience, including real-time game analytics dashboards and player-facing systems that demand the same performance standards as the game itself.
️ What You'll Build
- Design and implement the game launcher that handles authentication, patching, and session management for our extraction shooter
- Create high-performance web applications for our ecommerce platform and player progression systems
- Build real-time analytics dashboards tracking weapon stats, player reputation, and loot economies
- Develop responsive cross-platform interfaces optimized for both desktop launcher and mobile companion apps
- Execute performance analysis and security hardening for systems handling competitive multiplayer data
- Collaborate with UX team to solve complex technical challenges unique to gaming ecosystems
- Provide technical leadership on tools and interface solutions that push boundaries
Required Expertise
- 3-5 years architecting and delivering innovative web projects
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript with React, CSS, and NextJS
- Experience with Electron and building secure consumer-facing PWAs
- Proven work with design systems and component libraries
- Experience with localization/internationalization systems
- Understanding of performance optimization for high-traffic applications
- Ability to communicate technical risks across multi-disciplinary teams
Bonus Points For
- Experience with MUI component libraries
- Gaming industry or game launcher development background
- Prior startup or small business experience
- Understanding of game telemetry and analytics systems
Why Ironbelly Studios?
- Proven Team: Join 20+ senior decorated industry veterans with 300+ shipped projects
- ️ Montreal Hub: Hybrid model - collaborate in-person 1-2 days/week, remote flexibility
- Real Impact: Foundational role with autonomy and direct input on business strategy
- Competitive Package: Competitive salary and excellent benefits
- Culture: Tight-knit, highly experienced, results driven team building at the intersection of gaming, creation, and ownership
The Bottom Line
You won't be building another CRUD app. You'll be creating the frontend infrastructure for a blockbuster extraction shooter where every millisecond matters and millions of players depend on your code.
Ready to build the gateway to our extraction shooter? Apply in 2 minutes - no cover letter needed.
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 Frontend Engineer - AAA Extraction Shooter (React/TypeScript)
Top Benefits
About the role
Ironbelly Studios | Montreal | Hybrid (1-2 days/week office)
Build the launcher and web ecosystem for a blockbuster Unreal Engine 5 extraction shooter.
The Game You'll Support
We're developing an intensely competitive hardcore PC extraction shooter in Unreal Engine 5, featuring robust server authority with client prediction, advanced AI state machines, complex inventory replication, and persistent player reputation tracking. Think Escape from Tarkov meets next-gen technology.
Your Mission: The Frontend That Powers Everything
As our Senior Frontend Engineer, you'll own the launcher and web ecosystem that connects millions of players to our game. This isn't generic web development - you're building the gateway to a AAA gaming experience, including real-time game analytics dashboards and player-facing systems that demand the same performance standards as the game itself.
️ What You'll Build
- Design and implement the game launcher that handles authentication, patching, and session management for our extraction shooter
- Create high-performance web applications for our ecommerce platform and player progression systems
- Build real-time analytics dashboards tracking weapon stats, player reputation, and loot economies
- Develop responsive cross-platform interfaces optimized for both desktop launcher and mobile companion apps
- Execute performance analysis and security hardening for systems handling competitive multiplayer data
- Collaborate with UX team to solve complex technical challenges unique to gaming ecosystems
- Provide technical leadership on tools and interface solutions that push boundaries
Required Expertise
- 3-5 years architecting and delivering innovative web projects
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript with React, CSS, and NextJS
- Experience with Electron and building secure consumer-facing PWAs
- Proven work with design systems and component libraries
- Experience with localization/internationalization systems
- Understanding of performance optimization for high-traffic applications
- Ability to communicate technical risks across multi-disciplinary teams
Bonus Points For
- Experience with MUI component libraries
- Gaming industry or game launcher development background
- Prior startup or small business experience
- Understanding of game telemetry and analytics systems
Why Ironbelly Studios?
- Proven Team: Join 20+ senior decorated industry veterans with 300+ shipped projects
- ️ Montreal Hub: Hybrid model - collaborate in-person 1-2 days/week, remote flexibility
- Real Impact: Foundational role with autonomy and direct input on business strategy
- Competitive Package: Competitive salary and excellent benefits
- Culture: Tight-knit, highly experienced, results driven team building at the intersection of gaming, creation, and ownership
The Bottom Line
You won't be building another CRUD app. You'll be creating the frontend infrastructure for a blockbuster extraction shooter where every millisecond matters and millions of players depend on your code.
Ready to build the gateway to our extraction shooter? Apply in 2 minutes - no cover letter needed.
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.