Unreal Engine Programmer [REVSHARE]

Project: Morag’s Birthday Party

Type: Remote | Revenue Share / Deferred Payment

Commitment: ~20 hours per week (flexible until funding is secured)

Disclaimer

This is a revenue share position with no salary initially. However, additional funding may become available if we secure external investment. We are not seeking a full-time commitment at this stage—approximately 20 hours per week is ideal until funding is confirmed.

Role Description

As the Unreal Engine Programmer on Morag’s Birthday Party, you will play a key role in bringing the game’s core systems and moment-to-moment gameplay to life.

You’ll work closely with the Game Director to translate design ideas into interactive experiences, shaping how players explore, interact, and navigate the world. The project is a stylised 3D narrative horror game, blending environmental storytelling, puzzle-solving, and cinematic atmosphere.

This role focuses on building the foundational gameplay systems that define the player experience — from movement and camera to interaction and progression.

You’ll be encouraged to take ownership of systems, suggest improvements, and help define technical workflows as the project grows.

Responsibilities

• Implement core gameplay systems in Unreal Engine 5, including:
• Character movement (3D exploration)
• Cinematic / fixed camera system (Little Nightmares–inspired)
• Interaction system (objects, environment, triggers)
• Inventory system (basic)
• Puzzle logic and progression systems
• Door / unlocking systems
• Prototype and iterate quickly using Blueprints (C++ optional)
• Collaborate with design and art teams to bring concepts into gameplay
• Help establish scalable systems that will support full production
• Contribute to technical decision-making and workflow improvements

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with Unreal Engine 5
• Strong understanding of Blueprint scripting
• Ability to build and structure gameplay systems independently
• A portfolio or examples of Unreal projects (student, personal, or professional)
• Comfortable working remotely within a small indie team
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of C++ in Unreal
• Experience working on:
• Narrative-driven or atmospheric games
• Puzzle systems or interaction-heavy gameplay
• Understanding of:
• Camera design for cinematic gameplay
• Player feel and responsiveness
• Familiarity with version control (Git / Perforce)

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a unique, stylised horror project with a strong creative vision
• Work closely with the Game Director to shape core gameplay systems
• Have a direct impact on the feel and structure of the game
• Flexible working hours (~20 hrs/week)
• Opportunity for revenue share upon release and a potential paid position once funding is secured