SAIC

Unreal Engine Developer

SAIC$90K — $110K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Game Programming, or a related field with at least 9 years of relevant experience.
  • 3-5+ years of professional experience in Game Programming, preferably with Unreal Engine.
  • Active Secret security clearance and US Citizenship are mandatory.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in C++ specific to Unreal Engine 4/5 for 3 or more years.
  • Familiarity with version control systems like Perforce or Git.

Responsibilities

  • Engage with team members and customers to develop applications using Unreal Engine 4 and 5.
  • Contribute to the creative design and development of applications from prototype to final delivery.
  • Write, test, and optimize code while resolving bugs and profiling performance.
  • Follow standardized development processes and adhere to coding best practices.
  • Document technical designs and conduct peer reviews with fellow engineers.
  • Maintain detailed, efficient code with clear comments throughout the project.
  • Own personal contributions with motivation and a proactive mindset.
  • Effectively manage time and prioritize tasks in a small team environment.

Benefits

  • Opportunities to work on innovative serious games and training applications for the Army and other DoD customers.
  • Collaboration with a diverse team of developers, designers, and subject matter experts.
  • Engagement in an Agile Scrum development environment, promoting flexible workflows and rapid iteration.
  • Potential to develop and enhance skills in advanced game engines and emerging technologies like AR/VR.
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC is seeking an Unreal Engine 4/5 Developer for our team in Huntsville, AL.

The Army Game Studio is seeking a highly motivated mid-level Unreal Engine 4/5 Developer. In this position, you will join a new development team primarily focused on developing serious games and training applications. You will be a key member of an agile scrum development team working closely with fellow programmers, game designers, subject matter experts, and artists on developing serious games and virtual trainers for the Army and other DoD customers.

Responsibilities and Duties
  • Interact with team members, customers, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop an application using the Unreal 4 and 5 game engine
  • Contribute creatively to the application design and development process, from prototype to delivery
  • Develop and test code, fix bugs, profile, and optimize code
  • Follow best practices, development processes, and coding standards
  • Document and peer review technical designs with other software engineers
  • Write efficient code with descriptive comments and maintain attention to detail
  • Take ownership of work as a highly motivated self-starter
  • Possess a demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines, prioritize workload, manage time efficiently, and work in a small team environment


Qualifications

Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Game Programming, or related technical discipline and at least 9 years of relevant experience is required; Related work experience (6 additional years of experience) may be used in lieu of degree. 3-5+ years of professional Game Programming experience in a related field highly desired.

Clearance Requirements:
  • Must possess an active Secret security clearance; US Citizenship required.

Required Skills:
  • Demonstrated experience and proficiency in C++ with the Unreal 4/5 Engine (3 or more years)
  • Experience with version control software (Perforce, Git etc.)
  • Experience in other Game Engines (Unity, VBS, etc)
  • Experience with AR/VR platforms (HTC Vive, Oculus, ARKit, Hololense, etc)
  • Experience with iOS, Android, and/or Windows Mobile development
  • Experience with C/C++ Objective-C, JavaScript, HTML, JSON, XML and other languages
  • Experience with the life cycle of design and programming of training content from concept through project completion
  • Experience working in an Agile Scrum environment
  • A portfolio/Github with examples of past work is preferred


About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
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Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
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