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Optimization Engineer (Unreal Engine | Video Games) at Hardsuit Labs. About Hardsuit Labs, A Keywords Studio. We have the same goal as every other game development studio that has ever existed – to make great games. What sets us apart is the way we make that happen: it’s all about our people. Our shared experiences, culture, the way we work and strive to make each of us better, the very fabric of what it means to be a part of our studio, all of that begins with you.. Our studio encourages a culture of teamwork, problem-solving, and knowledge sharing. We invite every Pilot, regardless of their role, to actively contribute to our studio-wide effort to build and maintain culture through positive connections with one another. Upholding and promoting this culture is the mission of every Pilot. . Come join us as we continue our journey of crafting, new and exciting gameplay! . . Optimization Engineer (Unreal Engine | Video Games). . Location: Remote (Canada). . Salary Range: CAD $92,500 – $107,500. . As a member of our studio's Engineering Team, you will work closely with Engineers, Designers, Artists, and Producers on the project. You’ll design and implement extensions to existing systems and develop pivotal new systems that support both our internal content creators and external development partners.. Our team thrives on collaboration, creative problem-solving, and a culture of knowledge sharing. We value positive working relationships and a supportive team environment—contributing to this culture is a key part of every role.. WHAT YOU’LL DO. • Design, author, and maintain robust and highly optimized systems that meet all design, technical, and schedule requirements. • Diagnose code paths consuming too many resources using performance analysis tools and optimize them. • Work closely with QA and technical leadership to ensure system stability and resolve defects. • Author, review, and provide feedback on technical and end-user documentation. • Collaborate with technical leads and fellow engineers on overall system architecture and design. • Take initiative on medium-impact tasks and work independently on low-risk items. • Support more junior staff with informal guidance and mentorship. • Help team members set up tools and troubleshoot minor tools issues and workflow blockers. WHAT YOU’LL BRING. . 5+ years of professional software development experience . . 2+ years of experience with Unreal Engine (UE4/UE5) in a professional setting . . Proven experience working on gameplay systems and optimizing lower-level systems (e.g., Audio, Animation, Collision) . . Strong C++ skills with a deep understanding of performance considerations . . Demonstrated ability to create meaningful CPU performance gains, including modifying core Unreal Engine code when needed . . Comfortable navigating large codebases and unfamiliar systems . . Skilled at identifying and implementing optimization strategies across disciplines . . Able to scope medium-sized tasks and break down larger efforts into actionable steps . . Strong debugging skills and attention to detail . . Familiar with established coding standards and best practices . . Collaborative mindset with excellent cross-discipline communication skills . . Open to feedback and iteration in a team environment . . Clear and professional written and verbal communication . . Advanced knowledge of 3D math. . NICE TO HAVE. • AAA game development experience. • Console development experience. • Shipped at least one title. JOB DETAILS. • Job Title: Engineer III. • Department: Engineering. • Location: Remote (Candidates must be based in Canada). • Employment Status: Full-Time . • Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Company Location: Canada.