Senior Online Client Engineer
Posted 439 days ago, which is unusual. The employer's own board was still carrying it when we last read it, 2 hours ago.
This is the employer's own posting, not a copy on a job board.
What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 2d ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
Posted 439d ago
The date the source published, not the day we noticed it (2025-07-28). Last seen at its source 2h ago.
We have tracked this listing since 5 Oct 2026 (5 days). The employer's own board has carried it every time we have read it, most recently 2 hours ago.
Is it remote?
Marked remote on the employer's board
Their board carries a remote setting on this posting — a field they filled in, not wording we read. The location field names somewhere specific, which is usually where the team or the entity sits.
Who may apply?
Germany
The description states no restriction of its own. This is the source's own tag.
Pay
£50k–70k/yr
Published by the source in its own salary field. Shown in the posting's own currency and period; we never convert.
Skills named in the ad
Recognised terms only, from a fixed vocabulary — this is what CV matching compares against.
Carried by 1 source
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Recruitee employer's own board first seen 5d ago · last seen 2h ago
The listing
Companion Group is a AAA co-development gaming studio with a globally distributed and fully remote setup, renowned for its adeptness in overcoming the most intricate challenges in multiplayer game development. Our reputation precedes us as an excellent choice for clients aspiring to elevate their latest multiplayer titles, enabling scalability in player numbers, maximising player density, and crafting immersive gameplay experiences.
Embedded seamlessly within a client's in-house team, we collaborate harmoniously to turn dreams into reality. Our portfolio boasts groundbreaking games developed in collaboration with major studios worldwide. As a fully remote studio with colleagues across the globe, we value and emphasise clear, continuous, and transparent communication as highly as technical skills.
As a Senior Online Client Engineer, you will be instrumental in shaping various aspects of the online services, contributing to the overall vision of our projects, and ensuring an exceptional gaming experience for our client audiences. Your expertise in multiplayer gaming will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing engaging multiplayer functionalities.
Requirements:
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
5+ years of experience in the Unreal Engine
Deep expertise in integrating GBaaS solutions (e.g., Azure Playfab, AccelByte AGS, Heroic Labs Nakama, Pragma). Preferably, Microsoft Azure PlayFab.
Excellent understanding of UE5’s networking framework and Client-Server Game Architecture
Excellent C++ programming skills, including proficiency in modern C++ standards (C++17 and C++20)
Experience in at least one additional programming-/scripting language (e.g. C#, Node.js, Go, or Lua)
Familiarity with cross-platform multiplayer game development (PC/Console)
Strong experience with at least one (1) online gaming platform such as Xbox Live, PlayStation Network, Steam, Nintendo Network, or similar
What makes you stand out:
Experience developing sign-in flows, matchmaking, progression systems, user-generated content (UGC) and downloadable content (DLC) systems, and leaderboards
Experience with Epic Online Services (EOS)
Familiarity with integrating other online services (e.g., Toxicity Management Platforms, VoIP solutions, etc.)
Experience in developing custom game backend solutions
Experience with one or more Cloud Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)
Benefits:
Competitive salary range of £50,000 - £70,000 (GBP).
Clear career progression path with opportunities for advancement, increased responsibilities, and compensation.
Fully remote position, allowing flexibility to work from any location while collaborating with industry-leading game developers.
Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the gaming industry.
Opportunity to be part of a passionate and dynamic team working on exciting projects.
Apply now and embark on an incredible journey with one of the best game studios in the world!