Game Tech Lead (UE5 / Multiplayer Systems)
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About the Role
Xsolla is seeking an experienced Game Tech Lead to drive the engineering direction of a next-generation immersive multiplayer platform built with Unreal Engine 5.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the technical implementation of gameplay systems in Unreal Engine 5
- Architect and maintain multiplayer systems, networking, and server side gameplay infrastructure
- Drive engineering best practices, code quality, and long term technical scalability
- Optimize runtime performance across gameplay and multiplayer systems
- Collaborate with technical art and creative teams on integrated production workflows
- Support cloud delivered interactive experiences and scalable online environments
- Mentor engineers and contribute to technical leadership across the project
- Work closely with production and stakeholders to align technical execution with project goals
Requirements
- Strong expertise in Unreal Engine 5
- Advanced knowledge of C++ and Blueprints
- Proven experience building and shipping multiplayer gameplay systems
- Deep understanding of networking, dedicated servers, and online infrastructure
- Experience with gameplay architecture and performance optimization
- Experience integrating game clients with backend platform services
- Strong technical leadership and mentoring experience
- Ability to work across engineering, art, and production disciplines
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills
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About You
- We are looking for an experienced Game Tech Lead to drive the engineering direction of a next generation immersive multiplayer platform built with Unreal Engine 5.
- This is a senior leadership role focused on gameplay systems, multiplayer architecture, scalability, and technical performance.
- The role combines hands on engineering, technical strategy, and team leadership in a fast moving product environment.
About Us
- Xsolla is a global commerce company with robust tools and services to help developers solve the inherent challenges of the video game industry.
- Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Xsolla operates as the merchant of record and has helped over 1,500+ game developers.
Responsibilities
- Lead the technical implementation of gameplay systems in Unreal Engine 5
- Architect and maintain multiplayer systems, networking, and server side gameplay infrastructure
- Drive engineering best practices, code quality, and long term technical scalability
- Optimize runtime performance across gameplay and multiplayer systems
- Collaborate with technical art and creative teams on integrated production workflows
- Support cloud delivered interactive experiences and scalable online environments
- Mentor engineers and contribute to technical leadership across the project
- Work closely with production and stakeholders to align technical execution with project goals
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong expertise in Unreal Engine 5
- Advanced knowledge of C++ and Blueprints
- Proven experience building and shipping multiplayer gameplay systems
- Deep understanding of networking, dedicated servers, and online infrastructure
- Experience with gameplay architecture and performance optimization
- Experience integrating game clients with backend platform services (identity, inventory, commerce, matchmaking, social, or similar)
- Strong technical leadership and mentoring experience
- Ability to work across engineering, art, and production disciplines
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills
Nice to Have
- Experience with cloud streamed or online interactive experiences
- Familiarity with persistent online worlds or immersive virtual platforms
- Experience scaling multiplayer environments and live systems
- Background in technical prototyping or platform level systems
Benefits
- Unlimited Flexible Time Off
- Personalized career roadmap for each employee
- Professional development through training and educational opportunities
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