Microsoft

Senior Unreal Engine C++ Developer

Reports to: Engineering Manager or Technical Director, Game Development

senior

Posted April 3, 2026

01Implement complex gameplay systems in C++ using Unreal Engine

02Optimize performance for large-scale open worlds targeting 60fps

03

Integrate 3D assets, animations, and blueprints with C++ backend code

04Debug and resolve complex crashes using Unreal tools like Crash Reporter

05Profile and proactively optimize bottlenecks in rendering and gameplay

06Collaborate with designers to iterate on gameplay features and systems

07Ship high-quality, maintainable code under aggressive production deadlines

08Mentor junior engineers on Unreal C++ best practices

Unreal Engine 5 C++ programming

Unreal reflection system (UObjects, UPROPERTY, UFUNCTION)

Blueprint-C++ integration patterns

Unreal debugging tools (Crash Reporter, debugger)

Performance profiling (Unreal Insights, GPU profiler)

Microsoft-specific build pipelines

Xbox platform optimization

Team-specific coding standards

Advanced Niagara VFX systems

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Provides foundational CS knowledge but not predictive of Unreal expertise

Shipped AAA game titles

Valuable context but many excellent Unreal devs ship indie titles

Game development conference speaking

Signals expertise but not required for hands-on coding excellence

Right to work in hiring location (US preferred)

5+ years C++/Unreal Engine experience

Strong written English communication

Growth mindset and innovationCollaboration across disciplinesHigh standards for quality and performanceInclusive and diverse teamsCustomer obsession

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