Lead Unreal Engine Developer (Systems & Architecture)

-MUST BE FROM EUROPE OR US TO APPLY-
[UNPAID/ROYALTY] Project Grafa - Football agent/scout simulator
Project Title: Project Grafa
Description:
Project Grafa is a character-driven Football agent /scout simulator game set in a fictional cosmopolitan city.
It targets football lovers, has a dynamic gameplay system that rewards growth within the game and creativity. No controlled football matches, no controlled football management just football player development, We emphasize the development and financial gains of scouting footballers.
More info after NDA.
Currently in the process of seeking funding for the project but currently very much a NON FUNDED passion project so work will be freelance contracted per agreement discussion and covered upon investment being achieved.
Don’t hesitate to apply, if you can deliver high quality work as a well polished demo is the project target.
Role Description
We are seeking a Lead Unreal Engine Developer (Systems & Architecture) for a full-time, remote role. You will lead the design and implementation of core systems and architecture within Unreal Engine, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and maintainability. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, driving system-level programming efforts, optimizing code, building robust architectural solutions,
Taking over an existing UE5 project and turning an already-built football career simulation backend into a playable vertical slice.
Being responsible for building and maintaining the technical foundation of the project, ensuring all gameplay and system components work together smoothly.
Qualifications
Proficiency in System Development and architecture design for large-scale applications
Strong understanding of Software Development principles, including debugging, optimization, and performance profiling
UE5 + C++ + Blueprint + Git + debugging + existing-project experience
Experience with Databases and data structures for games or real-time applications
Skills in Testing methodologies, including unit testing and automated testing for ensuring code quality
Excellent problem-solving and leadership skills
Experience in game development and shipped titles using Unreal Engine is a strong advantage
Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
What interests you the most about working on a football related game?
Can you provide examples of your work or link to your website, portfolio ?
Are you comfortable with the working conditions ?
Question
What interests you the most about in a new indie studio working on a football related game?
Please email your application with your answer to the question to ishmaelpatrique@hotmail.co.uk with the subject ‘Project Grafa'

Work arrangement
Yes