Unreal Engine 5 Game Developer Needed

Job ID: 40561900

Budget: $250 – $750 USD

Game Developer Generalist (Unreal Engine 5) – Single Player Project
Project Overview ( ONLY HIRING IN PHILIPPINES )

Akumu Eclipse Studio is looking for an experienced Game Developer Generalist to help develop a single-player, third-person psychological horror game in Unreal Engine 5.

This is a long-term remote opportunity for a developer who enjoys building gameplay systems, AI, and immersive horror experiences from the ground up.

Responsibilities
Develop gameplay mechanics and core systems in Unreal Engine 5
Build gameplay features using Blueprints (C++ )
Create player movement, interaction, inventory, objectives, puzzles, save/load systems, and progression
Develop enemy AI using Behavior Trees, Blackboard, Navigation Mesh, and EQS
Integrate UI, animations, audio, and VFX
Optimize gameplay performance and resolve bugs
Collaborate with artists, writers, and designers
Maintain project organization using Git or Perforce

Required Skills
3+ years of Unreal Engine 5 experience
Strong Blueprint scripting skills
Experience creating gameplay systems
AI development (Behavior Trees, Blackboard, Navigation)
UMG UI experience
Animation Blueprint knowledge
Performance optimization
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills
Ability to work remotely and communicate effectively

Nice to Have
C++
Third-person game development
Psychological or survival horror experience
Steamworks Integration
Gameplay Ability System (GAS)
Unreal Niagara
Basic Blender
Git or Perforce
Shipped indie or commercial titles
Portfolio Required

Please include one or more of the following:
Portfolio Website
GitHub
Itch.io Project ( if you have )
Steam Project ( if you have )
Gameplay Demo ( if you have )
Unreal Engine Showcase

Applications without a portfolio or gameplay examples may not be considered.
Please provide your portfolio or GitHub link.

Studio: Akumu Eclipse Studio
Project: Single-Player Third-Person Psychological Horror Game
Engine: Unreal Engine 5
Location: Remote (Philippines Preferred)
Job Type: Long-Term Contract
Monthly Budget: ₱25,000 PHP

If you're passionate about creating immersive horror gameplay and enjoy working in a collaborative indie studio, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your resume, portfolio, and Unreal Engine projects for review.