Skydance Interactive seeks a Senior Software Engineer, Tools to design, implement, and maintain robust tools and pipelines for Unreal Engine 5 projects.  The role involves close collaboration with artists, designers, and engineers to optimize workflows and solve development challenges.  Responsibilities include developing custom UE5 tools and plugins using C++, Python, and Blueprints, automating tasks, identifying performance bottlenecks, and providing guidance to other engineers.  The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of experience building tools for game development, strong UE5 proficiency, and excellent communication skills.

<p>Skydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences.</p>

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<div class="section page-centered" data-qa="job-description"><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">At Skydance Interactive, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what is possible in interactive entertainment. Innovation in game design, technology and storytelling is the passion that drives our agile studio of dedicated and talented game creators. Collaboration across all disciplines is vital to our success and is at the core of the inclusive culture we strive to foster every day.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">We empower our employees to take ownership of the features they develop and create their own solutions when challenges arise. As our studio grows, we want to bring even more risk-takers, innovators and diverse voices along for the ride as we continue to create the games that will defy convention and define the future of the medium.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Following the success of our first VR title&nbsp;</span><i style="font-size: 16px;">Archangel</i><span style="font-size: 16px;">, we elevated our ambition and tackled The Walking Dead universe in VR. The result was the 2020 genre-defining hit&nbsp;</span><i style="font-size: 16px;">The Walking Dead: Saints &amp; Sinners</i><span style="font-size: 16px;">. We are currently working on several highly anticipated VR games for emerging platforms that we can’t wait for you to play.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">For information on Skydance’s privacy practices, see the&nbsp;Skydance U.S. Personnel&nbsp;Privacy Notice located at&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><a rel="noopener noreferrer" class="postings-link" style="font-size: 16px;" href="https://skydance.com/privacy-personnel/">https://skydance.com/privacy-personnel/</a><span style="font-size: 16px;">.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">---</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;</span></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Skydance is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Software Engineer,&nbsp; Tools to join our  team and contribute to the development of multiple projects using Unreal Engine 5. We are looking for a  passionate individual who can design, implement, and maintain robust tools and pipelines to empower our  development teams and optimize workflows. You will work closely with artists, designers, and other engineers  to understand their needs and deliver custom solutions.</div></div><div class="section page-centered"><div><h3> Requirements</h3><ul class="posting-requirements plain-list"><ul><li>Develop and maintain custom tools and plugins for UE5 that optimize and/or supplement our&nbsp;development process.</li><li>Utilize C++, Python, Blueprints, and other scripting languages to automate tasks and extend the&nbsp;functionality of UE5.</li><li>Work closely with artists, designers, and programmers to understand their needs and develop effective&nbsp;solutions.</li><li>Identify and address performance bottlenecks and stability issues in the development pipeline and&nbsp;tools.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div class="section page-centered"><div><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul class="posting-requirements plain-list"><ul><li>5+ years of experience developing and building tools for game development</li><li>Strong proficiency in Unreal Engine 5: Extensive experience with the engine's features, tools, and&nbsp;architecture.</li><li>Proficiency in C++ and scripting languages such as Python and Blueprints.</li><li>Experience providing feedback and guidance to other engineers - helping them stay on track and true&nbsp;to the overall vision of the game.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills</li><li>Experience working with internal and external development teams/partners.</li></ul></ul></div></div><div class="section page-centered" data-qa="closing-description"><div>The salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $150,000 – $170,000.&nbsp; The salary offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors.&nbsp; The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>#Interactive #LI-hybrid</div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Skydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive, and animation divisions.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Skydance is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We welcome and consider applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. Diversity in the workplace is not just a commitment, it is who we are and a reflection of what makes our world special.</span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">Recruitment Fraud Alert</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 16px;">It has come to our attention that there may be fraudulent activity by individuals impersonating our Talent Acquisition team. Skydance will only contact you from an official “@skydance.com” email address. If you suspect that you are being contacted by an unauthorized person or believe that the correspondence you have received is suspicious, please do not click on any links or attachments in such emails and submit any questions or concerns to our information security team at&nbsp;</span><a rel="noopener noreferrer" class="postings-link" style="font-size: 16px;" href="mailto:information.security@skydance.com">information.security@skydance.com</a><span style="font-size: 16px;">.&nbsp;</span></div></div>