Senior / Intermediate Software Engineer (Unreal Engine 5 – Online Platforms & Crossplay)

Remote regions

Canada

Salary range

$110,000–$155,000/year

Benefits

Job Description

Lead online platform and crossplay efforts on a new survival horror title, building seamless, cross-platform experiences across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2 using Epic Online Services (EOS). Design, implement, and maintain core online systems in Unreal Engine 5 to support crossplay across PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2. Integrate platform services via Epic Online Services (EOS) for login, friends, invites, achievements/trophies, and rich presence. Implement and maintain crossplay-related systems such as matchmaking, lobbies, parties, and session management tailored to a survival horror experience. Work with Unreal’s Online Subsystem to unify platform functionality behind clean, maintainable interfaces. Establish technical standards for platform integration, error handling, telemetry, and diagnostics in online features. Profile and optimize online-related code and diagnose platform-specific issues.

About Blackbird Interactive

Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers.

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