Game Engineer

• Core Systems Development – Write clean, high‑performance C++ code for gameplay, physics, AI, and networking subsystems; integrate with existing simulation pipelines and CAD‑derived assets.
• Feature Prototyping & R&D – Rapidly prototype interactive training scenarios (instrument panels, flight‑dynamic models, fluid‑flow effects) using Blueprints and C++; evaluate emerging UE tools and third‑party libraries for aerospace use.
• Tool & Editor Extensions – Build custom Unreal Editor plugins, data‑driven configuration panels, and automated import pipelines that empower designers and subject‑matter experts.
• Performance & Optimization – Profile CPU/GPU workloads, implement LOD/streaming, multithreading, and memory‑management strategies to meet real‑time constraints on desktop, mobile and VR/AR hardware.
• CI/CD & Automation – Define and maintain build pipelines, unit/integration tests, and code‑review processes to ensure reliable delivery of releases.
• Cross‑Discipline Collaboration – Partner with 3D artists, technical artists and simulation engineers to translate aerospace requirements into performant code.
• Quality & Reliability – Establish coding standards, static‑analysis checks, and automated testing.

Senior Software Engineer – Unreal Engine

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines on the Databricks Lakehouse Platform.
• Implement and administer Unity Catalog for enterprise data governance, access control, lineage, and data sharing.
• Support hydrocarbon reporting workflows, including ingestion, transformation, validation, and reconciliation of production and operational data.
• Develop ETL/ELT pipelines using Spark, Delta Lake, and Delta Live Tables (Lakeflow experience is a plus).
• Optimize Databricks workloads for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate reporting requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Implement data quality checks, monitoring, and automated validation frameworks.
• Work closely with solution architects and data engineers on platform enhancements and production support.
• Document technical designs, governance standards, and operational procedures.
• Participate in code reviews, CI/CD implementation, and DevOps best practices.

Databricks Developer, Unity Catalog Migration

• Developing and maintaining game systems, features, and functionality using Unreal Engine 5.
• Collaborating with leadership, creatives, and fellow developers to implement gameplay and technical requirements.
• Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Debugging, troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues throughout development.
• Optimizing game performance and stability across target platforms.
• Contributing to technical design discussions and helping identify effective solutions to development challenges.
• Integrating assets, systems, and tools into the game pipeline.
• Participating in code reviews and maintaining engineering best practices.
• Supporting the development process from prototype through release.
• Assisting with testing, bug fixing, and ongoing iteration to ensure a high-quality player experience.

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