Qualifications
Required Skill Set Ability to write clean, readable, and high-performance code and design architecture based on it. Proficient debugging and optimization skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. A willingness to work as part of a team and contribute to technical discussions. Proactive in providing and receiving constructive feedback for continuous growth. Excellent software development skills, design theory, and development processes. Strong personal time management abilities. Knowledge of end-to-end software development. Experience in one or more of the following:Development using Unreal Online Subsystem. Familiarity with Unreal Engine's internal systems and customization methods. Development for PlayStation platforms. Development for Microsoft platforms. Familiarity with other target platforms (Nintendo, PC, mobile). ⭐ Experience ⭐A degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. For candidates residing in Japan: At least 3 years of practical software engineering experience, 2 years of practical experience using Unreal Engine 4, and 2 years of practical experience in console game development (including the use of test kits and development kits). For candidates residing abroad: At least 7 years of practical software engineering experience, 6 years of practical experience using Unreal Engine 4, and 6 years of practical experience in console game development (including the use of test kits and development kits).
About the job
Wizcorp is seeking a talented Unreal Engine Programmer to join our dynamic team, engaging in exciting projects for next-generation consoles. Depending on your background, skills, and experience, we will find the best fit for you within our organization.
Who We Are Looking For
You should have several years of practical experience with Unreal Engine, specifically with console game releases. Your proficiency in C++ is essential, and you should be comfortable diving deep into the engine for enhancements.
If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!
Key Responsibilities
Your day will often start with reviewing code written by other engineers to ensure adherence to quality standards. You may spend some days implementing console-specific operating systems in a clean and scalable manner, or investigating performance issues on target platforms, making necessary adjustments to games or the engine.
Afternoons often involve testing updated code on the target platform to verify accuracy and performance.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Ability to design, test, and debug your code without assistance from other engineers.
Capable of breaking down large-scale features into engineering tasks and collaborating with other engineers to complete them.
Willing to mentor engineers on software development best practices.
Interest in working on both the game itself and its tools.
Confident in communicating with all team members.
Roles and Responsibilities
Estimate your tasks and complete them within deadlines.
Write clear, maintainable code that passes reviews by senior engineers.
Report any issues to the project lead.
Test and document solutions to enable other developers to review and learn.
Implement and maintain software engineering best practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
Be responsible for large and complex features within the codebase.
Oversee mission-critical areas of the codebase.
Coordinate with team members outside the engineering team to deliver features on time.
Assess the feasibility of large-scale features and propose solutions.
Provide strong programming expertise to realize proposals for large-scale features and architecture.
Utilize all relevant experience to foresee issues in design and implementation through code review analysis.
About Wizcorp
About Wizcorp Wizcorp, based in Tokyo, operates as a highly specialized game development studio with a fully remote work model. We are a passionate team that embodies a fusion of cultures, working towards a unified goal: to bring the magic back to game development. Our CommitmentsContinuous Growth: Our technical abilities should never limit our ideas. Question Norms: We believe in addressing tomorrow's challenges with today’s answers. Value-Driven: Our decisions are guided by ethical principles. Collaborative Vision: All staff, clients, and partners are part of our mission. Learn and Share: Our successes and failures contribute to the collective wisdom of the industry. Wizcorp offers a friendly and sincere workplace environment, with countless opportunities for personal and professional growth through challenging work. This position requires the candidate to reside in Japan during the employment period at Wizcorp.
