Senior Online Client Engineer
At a glance
Senior role at Companion Group Ltd. Remote, Germany · full-time · £50,000–£70,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build multiplayer features that make online play engaging for players
- Shape online services and help set the direction of project work
- Integrate game backend services into client projects
- Help deliver a strong player experience across multiplayer games
What you bring
- At least five years working with Unreal Engine
- Deep experience connecting games to backend-as-a-service platforms such as PlayFab or AccelByte
- Strong knowledge of UE5 networking and client-server game architecture
- Advanced C++ skills, including modern standards, plus experience with another programming or scripting language
- Experience building cross-platform multiplayer games and using at least one online gaming platform
Who this fits
This senior role suits an engineer with substantial Unreal Engine and multiplayer expertise who can collaborate clearly with distributed teams. It is fully remote, with the listing identifying Germany as the location.
From the employer
Companion Group is a AAA co-development gaming studio with a globally distributed and fully remote setup, renowned for its adeptness in overcoming the most intricate challenges in multiplayer game development. Our reputation precedes us as an excellent choice for clients aspiring to elevate their latest multiplayer titles, enabling scalability in player numbers, maximising player density, and crafting immersive gameplay experiences.
Embedded seamlessly within a client's in-house team, we collaborate harmoniously to turn dreams into reality. Our portfolio boasts groundbreaking games developed in collaboration with major studios worldwide. As a fully remote studio with colleagues across the globe, we value and emphasise clear, continuous, and transparent communication as highly as technical skills.
As a Senior Online Client Engineer, you will be instrumental in shaping various aspects of the online services, contributing to the overall vision of our projects, and ensuring an exceptional gaming experience for our client audiences. Your expertise in multiplayer gaming will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing engaging multiplayer functionalities.
Requirements:
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
5+ years of experience in the Unreal Engine
Deep expertise in integrating GBaaS solutions (e.g., Azure Playfab, AccelByte AGS, Heroic Labs Nakama, Pragma). Preferably, Microsoft Azure PlayFab.
Excellent understanding of UE5’s networking framework and Client-Server Game Architecture
Excellent C++ programming skills, including proficiency in modern C++ standards (C++17 and C++20)
Experience in at least one additional programming-/scripting language (e.g. C#, Node.js, Go, or Lua)
Familiarity with cross-platform multiplayer game development (PC/Console)
Strong experience with at least one (1) online gaming platform such as Xbox Live, PlayStation Network, Steam, Nintendo Network, or similar
What makes you stand out:
Experience developing sign-in flows, matchmaking, progression systems, user-generated content (UGC) and downloadable content (DLC) systems, and leaderboards
Experience with Epic Online Services (EOS)
Familiarity with integrating other online services (e.g., Toxicity Management Platforms, VoIP solutions, etc.)
Experience in developing custom game backend solutions
Experience with one or more Cloud Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)
Benefits:
Competitive salary range of £50,000 - £70,000 (GBP).
Clear career progression path with opportunities for advancement, increased responsibilities, and compensation.
Fully remote position, allowing flexibility to work from any location while collaborating with industry-leading game developers.
Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the gaming industry.
Opportunity to be part of a passionate and dynamic team working on exciting projects.
Apply now and embark on an incredible journey with one of the best game studios in the world!
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