Lead Game Programmer

Forbidden Kemono Studio LLC is an indie game studio building character-driven PC games in Unreal Engine. We specialize in systems-heavy gameplay
, including simulation and tycoon design,
simulation-driven horror
, RPG progression, and multiplayer-ready features. Our projects combine strong art direction, clear production pipelines, and replayable gameplay loops, with a focus on shipping real builds such as demos, vertical slices, and full releases.

This is a remote, revenue-share only position.

There is no salary, stipend, or hourly pay
. Applicants must be based in the USA or Canada
.

You will own the technical foundation of the project and help ensure systems are stable, maintainable, and scalable.

• Architect and maintain core gameplay systems
• Set coding / Blueprint standards and best practices
• Support and review work from other programmers
• Collaborate with design to translate mechanics into clean implementations
• Help debug, optimize, and stabilize builds
• Guide technical decisions for Unreal Engine workflows

• Strong experience with Unreal Engine 5 (Blueprints required, C++ a plus)
• Experience building gameplay systems, not just isolated features
• Familiarity with version control and team workflows
• Ability to lead technically while staying hands-on

• Comfortable collaborating remotely via Discord
• Able to work within a structured but indie-paced environment
• Open to feedback and cross-discipline collaboration
• Based in the USA or Canada
• Comfortable with a long-term, revenue-share indie project

• Revenue-share only
• Percentages are project-based and defined in the Independent Contractor Agreement before work begins

Apply through our official job application form and clearly state which role you’re applying for (
Lead Game Programmer
).

Apply here:

• Please include a short introduction and relevant portfolio, documentation, or code samples.