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The Titan
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Lead Unreal Programmer
APAC
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$160,000
Salary
$77/hr
Hourly Rate
99%
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Leader in my field, focusing on cutting-edge Unreal Engine projects. Over 12 years of experience delivering high-quality game systems.
Unreal Editor Tools
The Oracle
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AI Programmer
APAC
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$120,000
Salary
$58/hr
Hourly Rate
97%
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Deep expertise in artificial intelligence for game development. Five years of creating engaging NPC behaviors and decision-making systems.
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The Beast
C++ Software Engineer
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EMEA
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$85,000
Salary
$41/hr
Hourly Rate
89%
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Develops efficient code and tools within Unreal Engine. Four years of experience in game development and software optimization.
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Shader Optimization
The Guardian
Unreal Network Programmer
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APAC
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$115,000
Salary
$55/hr
Hourly Rate
92%
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Specializes in multiplayer networking for AAA titles. Over six years of experience optimizing server performance.
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Gameplay Mechanics
The Sorceress
Gameplay Programmer
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EMEA
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$95,000
Salary
$46/hr
Hourly Rate
90%
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Skilled in C++ and Blueprints, focusing on character AI and player interaction. Five years of experience in the video game industry.
Featured Skills
AI Behaviors
The Huntress
Virtual Reality Developer
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AMER
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$130,000
Salary
$62/hr
Hourly Rate
94%
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Proficient in VR applications using Unreal Engine. Passionate about immersive gameplay and interactive storytelling.
Featured Skills
Character Animation
The Enchantress
Technical Artist
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EMEA
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$90,000
Salary
$43/hr
Hourly Rate
91%
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Bridging the gap between art and coding, specializes in asset optimization. Over 7 years of experience in game art pipelines.
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Dedicated Servers
The Titan
Lead Unreal Programmer
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APAC
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$160,000
Salary
$77/hr
Hourly Rate
99%
Approval Rating
Leader in my field, focusing on cutting-edge Unreal Engine projects. Over 12 years of experience delivering high-quality game systems.
Featured Skills
Unreal Editor Tools
The Gladiator
Graphics Programmer
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AMER
Location
$150,000
Salary
$72/hr
Hourly Rate
98%
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A seasoned graphics programmer focused on advanced rendering techniques. Over 10 years in the gaming industry with impressive portfolio.
Featured Skills
LODs
The Architect
Senior Unreal Engineer
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AMER
Location
$140,000
Salary
$67/hr
Hourly Rate
96%
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Expert in Unreal Engine with over 8 years of experience. Specializes in game mechanics and virtual reality development.
Featured Skills
Player Input Handling
The Oracle
AI Programmer
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APAC
Location
$120,000
Salary
$58/hr
Hourly Rate
97%
Approval Rating
Deep expertise in artificial intelligence for game development. Five years of creating engaging NPC behaviors and decision-making systems.
Featured Skills
Memory Profiling
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<h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Gameplay Programming</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Implementing player input handling for character movement.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing AI behaviors using behavior trees and state machines.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating and fine-tuning gameplay mechanics and rules.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Implementing character animations and blending states.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Graphics & Optimization</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Optimizing shaders for better performance on various platforms.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Profiling and reducing memory usage in assets and code.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Implementing LOD (Level of Detail) for 3D models.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Debugging rendering issues with advanced graphics debugging tools.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Networking & Multiplayer</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Setting up dedicated servers for online multiplayer sessions.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Implementing player matchmaking and lobby systems.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing client-side prediction for smoother gameplay.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Managing replication of player actions over the network.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Tool Development</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating custom Unreal Editor tools to streamline workflows.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing scripting assets for design teams using Blueprints.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Implementing asset import/export tools for pipeline efficiency.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Automating build processes using C++ and command-line tools.</div></div>

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