Unreal Engine Programmer
Posted 1 week ago by Krygon Studios
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Summary: Krygon Studios, an Emmy Award-winning digital arts studio, is seeking an Unreal Programmer with expertise in Unreal Engine and a passion for real-time graphics. The role involves collaborating with artists and designers to develop and optimize gameplay features and systems. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and a solid understanding of Blueprint scripting, with some experience in C++.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain gameplay features, tools, and systems using Unreal Engine Blueprints.
- Assist in implementing more complex or performance-critical systems using C++, when required.
- Collaborate with designers, artists, and other programmers to translate ideas into functional in-game mechanics.
- Debug, optimize, and refine gameplay to ensure smooth performance across target platforms.
- Maintain clean, well-organized, and efficient code and Blueprint graphs.
- Contribute to problem-solving discussions and provide technical insights during development planning.
Key Skills:
- Strong proficiency with Unreal Engine Blueprints.
- Understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
- Familiarity with C++ in Unreal Engine (beginner to intermediate).
- Experience with gameplay systems, UI, input, or AI in UE is a plus.
- Ability to debug effectively and optimize for performance.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Experience with version control (Git, Perforce) is preferred.
- Understanding of Unreal Engine’s build and packaging pipelines.
- Experience working with animations, materials, or physics systems is a bonus.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Manchester
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Hello, we are Krygon Studios , an Emmy Award–winning digital arts studio specializing in real-time content, immersive experiences, and interactive storytelling. Our team has delivered work for world-class partners, including Ghost Town Games, Disney, the BBC, and the UFC , with our projects showcased at landmark venues such as the MSG Sphere . We pride ourselves on blending strong artistic vision with cutting-edge technology to create meaningful, innovative digital experiences. We are currently seeking a talented Unreal Programmer to join our team. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of Unreal Engine, strong problem-solving abilities, and a passion for pushing the limits of real-time graphics and interactive development. In this role, you will work closely with artists, designers, and technical directors to architect, implement, and optimize features and systems that support a diverse range of creative and technical goals.
Overview We are seeking an Unreal Engine Programmer with strong proficiency in Blueprint scripting and ideally some experience with C++ development . The ideal candidate will work closely with our design and technical teams to implement gameplay systems, optimize performance, and support the overall development pipeline.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain gameplay features, tools, and systems using Unreal Engine Blueprints .
- Assist in implementing more complex or performance-critical systems using C++ , when required.
- Collaborate with designers, artists, and other programmers to translate ideas into functional in-game mechanics.
- Debug, optimize, and refine gameplay to ensure smooth performance across target platforms.
- Maintain clean, well-organized, and efficient code and Blueprint graphs.
- Contribute to problem-solving discussions and provide technical insights during development planning.
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong proficiency with Unreal Engine Blueprints .
- Understanding of object-oriented programming principles .
- Familiarity with C++ in Unreal Engine (beginner to intermediate).
- Experience with gameplay systems, UI, input, or AI in UE is a plus.
- Ability to debug effectively and optimize for performance.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred Bonus Skills
- Experience with version control (Git, Perforce).
- Understanding of Unreal Engine’s build and packaging pipelines.
- Experience working with animations, materials, or physics systems.