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About the Role

Wizcorp is seeking Unreal Engine (4 and 5) Programmers to contribute to exciting projects for next-generation consoles. This role involves designing, testing, and debugging code, implementing control systems, investigating and improving performance, and mentoring other engineers. The ideal candidate will have a few years of experience with Unreal Engine, a track record of released console games, strong C++ skills, and the ability to delve into the engine for improvements.

Responsibilities

Review code from other engineers to ensure quality.
Implement control systems for consoles in a clean and extensible manner.
Investigate performance on target platforms and modify the game or engine to improve it.
Test updated code on target platforms for correctness and performance.
Design, test, and debug own code without assistance.
Break down large features into engineering tasks and collaborate with others.
Mentor engineers in software development best practices.
Estimate own tasks and deliver them in a timely manner.
Write clear, maintainable code that passes senior engineer review.
Raise blockers to the project lead promptly.
Test and document solutions for other developers.
Implement and uphold software engineering best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
Take ownership of large code base areas and complex features.
Take ownership of mission-critical code base areas.
Coordinate with non-engineering team members to deliver features.
Determine large feature feasibility and propose solutions.
Provide programming expertise for large features and architecture suggestions.
Provide code review analysis to foresee design and implementation problems.

Requirements

Must reside in Japan during employment.
Released games on consoles.
Strong C++ skills.
Ability to deep-dive into the engine for improvements.
Ability to write clean, readable, performant code and design architecture.
Excellent debugging and optimization skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Willingness to work as part of a team and contribute to technical discussions.
Eager to provide and receive constructive feedback.
Strong software development skills, design theory, and development processes.
Strong personal time management.
End-to-end software development knowledge.
Experience in one or multiple of the following: Unreal Online Subsystem development, Unreal Engine internal systems customization, PlayStation platform development, Microsoft platform development, other target platform development (Nintendo, PC, mobile).
University degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline; or relevant professional experience.
For Japan-based candidates: 3+ years of professional software engineering experience, 2+ years of professional experience using Unreal Engine 4 and 2+ years of professional experience developing console games.
For overseas-based candidates: 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, 6+ years of professional experience using Unreal Engine 4 and 6+ years of professional experience developing console games.
Solid software engineering abilities (good code hygiene, familiarity with various coding patterns).
Strong experience with C++ and debugging in Unreal Engine.
Comfortable with source code management systems (Git, SVN, Perforce, etc.).
At least conversational Japanese proficiency - JLPT N3 or above.
English proficiency (ability to read, write, and discuss technical matters).
Experience with some of the following languages: C#, Ruby, Python, shell scripting (Bash, PowerShell, etc.).
Familiarity with Unreal Engine’s build pipeline.
Experience with other game engines (Unity, proprietary engines, or others).
Worked on at least 1 released game.

Skills

Unreal Engine (4 and 5)
C++
Debugging
Performance Optimization
Code Review
Software Development Best Practices
Unreal Online Subsystem
Unreal Engine Internal Systems
PlayStation Platform Development
Microsoft Platform Development
Nintendo Platform Development
PC Development
Mobile Development
Git
SVN
Perforce
C#
Ruby
Python
Shell Scripting
Bash
PowerShell
Unity
Proprietary Game Engines

Location

Tokyo, Japan
Remote

Work Type

Remote
Full Time
Permanent

Experience Level

3+ years of professional software engineering experience (Japan-based)
2+ years of professional experience using Unreal Engine 4 (Japan-based)
2+ years of professional experience developing console games (Japan-based)
7+ years of professional software engineering experience (Overseas-based)
6+ years of professional experience using Unreal Engine 4 (Overseas-based)
6+ years of professional experience developing console games (Overseas-based)

Education Level

University degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline; or relevant professional experience

Salary/Compensations

JPY 4,800,000 - JPY 7,200,000

Benefits

Monthly allowance for home office equipment and supplies (15,000 JPY/month)
Private language tutoring (Japanese and/or English)
Commute fees (train passes not reimbursed)
Social insurance
Parental leave

About the Company

Wizcorp is a highly specialized game development studio based in Tokyo and operating 100% remotely.
Wizcorp is a cross-cultural team of passionate individuals working together toward the goal of bringing back magic to game development.
Wizcorp offers a friendly and honest working environment.
Work is challenging but rewarding, with countless personal and professional growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

Keywords Studios is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and supportive working environment.