Senior Gameplay Software Engineer (Unreal Engine 5)
Blackbird Interactive
About this role
A senior gameplay systems engineer role involving the development and optimization of player-facing mechanics in Unreal Engine, mentorship of engineering best practices, and leadership in technical innovation. The position requires collaboration across disciplines to create scalable, performant gameplay frameworks for PC and console.
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About Blackbird Interactive
blackbirdinteractive.comBlackbird Interactive is a Vancouver-based game studio founded by industry veterans that develops narrative-driven strategy and simulation games with high technical fidelity. The studio is best known for reviving the Homeworld franchise with Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak and for the physics-driven ship‑salvage simulator Hardspace: Shipbreaker. Blackbird builds both original IP and collaborative projects, emphasizing strong worldbuilding, realistic physics, and player-focused tools. Their work is noted for combining cinematic storytelling with robust engineering and technical innovation.
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About Blackbird Interactive
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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