Game Tech Lead (UE5 / Multiplayer Systems) in Brazil, Indiana at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Game Tech Lead (UE5 / Multiplayer Systems) based in Brazil.

This role offers the opportunity to lead the engineering vision of a next-generation immersive multiplayer platform powered by Unreal Engine 5.
The professional will drive the development of advanced gameplay systems, multiplayer architecture, and scalable online experiences.
You will combine hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership to deliver high-quality interactive environments.
The position involves close collaboration with engineering, creative, production, and technical teams in a fast-paced product environment.
The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of game development, networking, and performance optimization while mentoring technical talent.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of large-scale virtual experiences and contribute to innovative gaming technologies.

• Lead the technical implementation of gameplay systems using Unreal Engine 5, ensuring high-quality and scalable solutions.
• Architect, develop, and maintain multiplayer systems, networking solutions, and server-side gameplay infrastructure.
• Establish engineering best practices, improve code quality, and support long-term technical scalability.
• Optimize runtime performance across gameplay features and multiplayer environments.
• Collaborate with technical artists, designers, and creative teams to build efficient production workflows.
• Support cloud-based interactive experiences and scalable online platforms.
• Mentor engineers, provide technical guidance, and contribute to the overall engineering direction.
• Partner with production teams and stakeholders to align technical execution with project objectives.

• Extensive experience with Unreal Engine 5 and game development technologies.
• Advanced programming skills in C++ and Blueprints.
• Proven experience designing, developing, and launching multiplayer gameplay systems.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, dedicated servers, and online game infrastructure.
• Experience with gameplay architecture, system design, and performance optimization.
• Experience integrating game clients with backend services such as identity, inventory, commerce, matchmaking, social systems, or similar platforms.
• Strong technical leadership skills with experience mentoring engineers and guiding development teams.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, art, and production disciplines.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Experience with cloud-streamed experiences, persistent online worlds, live systems, or immersive virtual platforms is considered a plus.
• Background in technical prototyping or platform-level engineering is a differentiator.

• Fully remote work opportunity.
• Comprehensive benefits program focused on physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Unlimited flexible time off.
• Personalized career development roadmap.
• Access to professional training and educational opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on innovative multiplayer and immersive gaming technologies.
• Collaborative environment that values creativity, teamwork, and continuous growth.
• Long-term opportunity to contribute to impactful projects within the gaming industry.