Unreal Engine C++ Game Developer

In this role, you will be expected to collaborate closely with developers as part of a small and passionate team. You will experiment with gameplay mechanics, enhance engagement and on-boarding features for new players, and of course bring a new perspective to an established (post-release) title.

The Game

AC Sailing brings the world's oldest sailing competition, the America's Cup, to life like never before. Players take the helm of the cutting-edge AC40 yacht in a world-class simulation, battle-tested in a competitive eSports arena in 2024 during the inaugural America’s cup eSeries. As the America's Cup keeps evolving, we're pushing AC Sailing forward too, building fresh gameplay mechanics that hook a new audience on the thrill of the America’s Cup and introduce sailing to a whole new generation of gamers. 

We are looking for someone with experience in:

• Designing features that enhance gameplay and user experience
• Integrating and testing new features within an established codebase
• Unreal Engine blueprint and C++ scripting
• Editing and configuring 3D assets to ensure they are game ready
• Profiling performance bottlenecks across Memory, GPU, and the CPU
• Reviewing code and project management

For an extra competitive edge:

• Experience working on a published multiplayer game
• An eye for detail and flagging concerns
• Modeling and animation experience in blender or related tools
• Mobile or console development/publishing experience

About this position & how to apply

This is a contract position for the current America's Cup campaign, working remotely within a small, passionate team. The role is full-time for the roughly 11-month build, with the potential to continue into the next campaign. You will be encouraged to take creative ownership of features and to work across a range of game development and design tasks. If you are the type of person who enjoys variety and stretching your creative muscles or working in a small team this is the role for you.

To apply, we want to see your CV and a short note on why you are fit for the role. Please include a portfolio, GitHub or code sample.