Lead Unreal Engine Developer

Volmi — A Virtuos Studio is an outsourcing company that specializes in game development and game content creation. Over the past 9 years, we have successfully completed over a thousand different projects and have gained considerable experience in creating 2D and 3D art, as well as developing turnkey games. Since 2022, we have been a part of Virtuos, the world’s leading game developer, and have become the first Virtuos studio in Eastern Europe.

In particular, we have contributed to the development of popular games such as Diablo 2: Resurrected, Metro Exodus, Sniper: Ghost Warrior Contracts 2, Smite, Paladins, Gwent: The Witcher Card Game, and Marvel Snap. Therefore our team creates high-end gaming content and games for various Mobile, PC, Console, and VR projects.

Join our team of like-minded people passionate about a common goal and love for games as a Lead Unreal Engine Developer!

• Design and oversee core architecture and game systems for Unreal Engine project;
• Optimize memory, CPU/GPU usage, and loading systems for large-scale worlds and assets;
• Design tools and pipelines to support faster iteration for designers and artists;
• Evaluate and integrate third-party plugins, middleware, and engine extensions;
• Lead codebase structure, enforce architecture standards, and drive tech design decisions;
• Conduct deep profiling and debugging across multiple platforms (PS5, Xbox Series, PC, Mobile);
• Ensure CI/CD integration and code quality via test automation, static analysis, and peer reviews;
• Represent engineering in discussions with internal and external stakeholders.

• 6+ years in game development with 3+ years using Unreal Engine (UE4 or UE5);
• Deep knowledge of Unreal Engine internals (Gameplay Framework, UMG, replication, etc);
• Strong C++ 17/20 skills; excellent low-level understanding of memory management and multithreading;
• Proven experience shipping at least one game in a senior or lead capacity;
• Previous experience leading engineering teams and managing complex codebases;
• Strong grasp of rendering pipeline and GPU/CPU performance profiling (Unreal Insights, PIX, RenderDoc);
• Solid experience shipping games across multiple platforms, including at least one console project;
• Proficient with version control (Git/Perforce) and task management (JIRA);
• Strong communication skills in English, and ability to work with remote teams.

Will be a plus:

• Experience writing engine plugins or contributing to UE source code;
• Worked on cross-platform development with different input/UI abstraction layers;
• Knowledge of ECS architectures or modular game framework design;
• Multiplayer experience (e.g., dedicated server architecture).

• VOLMI collaborates with leading global studios and publishers, allowing you to work on diverse and innovative game projects;
• The company provides opportunities for professional advancement, including access to training, workshops, and other learning programs, helping employees develop their skills and knowledge;
• Clear and transparent employee growth assessment system with regular feedback for your career development;
• As part of Virtuos, VOLMI offers access to an international network of studios, opening up opportunities to work on global projects and with teams from around the world;
• The VOLMI environment values creativity and innovation, allowing employees to realize their ideas and participate in exciting creative processes;
• The modern office is located in the heart of Kyiv — on Podil, one of the most atmospheric districts of the city;
• Medical insurance;
• Support for employees during blackouts to ensure uninterrupted work both in the office and remotely for employees outside the Kyiv region;
• The possibility of remote work and flexible schedule on corporate equipment;
• A transparent system for employment types and interaction with employees, as the company is a resident of Diia.City;
• Opportunities to engage in corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects.