Senior Unreal Engine Developer

Contract Type: 1-Year Contract

Location: Remote (work from anywhere)

Overview:

The client seeks a Senior Unreal Engine Developer to support the creation of a high-fidelity cinematic experience using Unreal Engine 5. This is a non-playable, video-based project that aims to simulate the visual quality of a game trailer, with the long-term goal of developing a playable game depending on future investment.

Project Context:

The client aims to recreate an animation originally produced for the Grand National. This work will serve as a visual prototype—specifically, a recorded game trailer—that showcases the potential of a future interactive game. The graphics and overall aesthetic should be as photorealistic as possible, setting a benchmark for visual quality in future development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver a cinematic-quality animation using Unreal Engine 5.
• Collaborate with creative and technical teams to ensure visual fidelity aligns with project goals.
• Optimize assets and scenes for performance while maintaining photorealism.
• Implement lighting, shading, and visual effects to enhance realism and immersion.
• Provide technical insights and suggestions to improve production pipeline efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience as a developer in Unreal Engine.
• Proven track record working with Unreal Engine 5.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating photorealistic environments and animations.
• Expertise in real-time lighting, materials, and rendering pipelines.
• Solid understanding of cinematic pipelines within UE5 (e.g., Sequencer).
• Experience with asset optimization and performance tuning.

Desirable Skills:

• Background in VFX, cinematics, or AAA game trailers.
• Familiarity with motion capture and character animation pipelines.
• Experience with Blueprints and/or C++ in UE5.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Duration: 12 months (with potential for extension based on funding and project progression)

Location: This role is remote, meaning you can work from anywhere.

About Tribes:

Tribes is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented communities to apply. We believe diverse teams create better products, and we are dedicated to creating opportunities that are accessible to everyone.