C++ Gameplay Programming Lead
2 months agoLeadSalary: 1.3M - 1.8MPrague (Wenceslas Square)OnsiteContractEngineering ManagementJobs by Victoria VR
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Victoria VR is a Prague-based VR metaverse and AI content company.
Prague, Czech Republic
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About Victoria VR
Victoria VR (victoriavr.com) is a Prague-based VR metaverse company building virtual experiences, AI avatars and VR content tools.
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About the Role
You will lead a small team of C++ gameplay programmers while remaining hands-on in the Unreal Engine 5 codebase. You will design core gameplay systems, own multiplayer and networking architecture, drive VR performance optimization, define technical direction and code quality, and collaborate with designers, technical artists, and the Project Manager.
Requirements
- Strong C++ skills and experience with Unreal Engine 4/5
- Proven experience developing multiplayer or online games or real-time systems
- Experience leading a small team, mentoring, or working as a tech lead
- Solid understanding of the game development pipeline, including builds, CI/CD, and profiling
- Self-reliant and responsible approach
- Availability to work on-site in Prague
- Experience with VR projects and standalone VR hardware such as Quest or Pico
- Knowledge of UE replication and low-latency networking
- Experience building internal tools and debugging or profiling tools
- Background in live-service or long-running games
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of C++ gameplay programmers
- Design and implement core gameplay systems including combat, abilities, and movement
- Own multiplayer and networking architecture and matchmaking
- Drive performance and optimization for PC VR and standalone VR
- Define technical direction, code quality, and pipelines
- Collaborate with designers, technical artists, and the Project Manager