Lead Unity Multiplayer Networking Engineer
Game Programmer / SW Eng Perm Remote USA West Coast or Europe Direct Hire Sep 25, 2025
We’re looking for a Senior/Lead Unity Multiplayer Networking Engineer to architect and deliver cross‑platform real‑time multiplayer for a high‑profile new game. Our client is a profitable, independent game studio with multiple VR titles on Meta Quest. They are developing a new, globally appealing, arcade‑style sports game based on a major IP. This is a greenfield role with authority over core networking systems across mobile, console, and PC.
What You Will Do:
- Architect and implement multiplayer systems in Unity with Photon Fusion.
- Deliver cross‑play functionality for mobile, Switch, Xbox, and PlayStation.
- Ensure scalability, stability, and fairness in live multiplayer.
- Partner with gameplay, backend, and design teams to deliver seamless online play.
To Qualify:
- Shipped real-time (not turn-based) multiplayer titles.
- Expertise with Photon Fusion or a similar high‑throughput network code.
- Experience enabling cross‑play across multiple platforms.
Nice‑to‑Have
- Anti‑cheat, matchmaking at scale, console TRC experience.