Unreal Engine Developer
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Software Development
Python, C++ Developer, Software Engineer, Game & 3D/XR Development
Description
Hybrid 3 days preferred, flex in San Diego, CA
Our client seeks a seasoned Unreal Engine Developer to build developer tooling and panels that run inside Unreal Engine to support animation and live action workflows. The role emphasizes C++ development for Unreal plugins, thoughtful tool design for artists, and an ability to understand production sequences and pipelines. You will collaborate with a tight, cohesive team and contribute to a multi‑year initiative related to studio work in Los Angeles.
The engagement starts as a one‑year contract with potential for extension. Conversion may be considered based on performance and mutual interest.
We can facilitate w2 and corp-to-corp consultants. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $65.00 to $75.00/hr. w2
Responsibilities- Design and develop Unreal Engine plugins and in‑engine panels in C++ to support animation and live action production workflows.
- Build tools that integrate with existing pipelines and are intuitive for artists and technical users.
- Leverage AI‑enabled development practices and call external libraries and services where appropriate, including Python integrations when needed.
- Collaborate with engineers and artists to define requirements and iterate on tool usability and performance.
- Ensure code quality, testability, and maintainability across plugins and tooling.
- Troubleshoot performance and sequencing issues within Unreal projects.
- Strong C++ experience with shipped tools or plugins inside Unreal Engine.
- Hands‑on experience creating in‑engine UI panels or editor extensions for production use.
- Understanding of animation pipelines, sequencing concepts, and how artists work within Unreal.
- Background using or integrating AI‑powered libraries and services. Ability to call models and APIs without building new models.
- Ability to integrate Python or other scripting where appropriate.
- Creative problem solver with solid mathematics foundation and demonstrated depth of thinking.
- Senior‑level experience preferred. Able to communicate tradeoffs and mentor junior contributors.
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