Principal Unreal Engine Programmer

Electus Recruitment Solutions is looking for a Principal Unreal Engine Programmer

Job description

You will lead the development of sophisticated synthetic environments and autonomous systems that solve critical real world problems. This role provides the autonomy to shape technical strategy and drive innovation within a specialist defence consultancy.


The essentials

  • Sole British nationality
  • Expertise with Unreal Engine 5
  • Proficiency in C++


Your package

Competitive salary with private health care and 7% company pension.


The work

  • Lead technical delivery of Unreal Engine projects, digital twins and robotic simulations.
  • Provide expert advice to stakeholders on innovation and new modelling techniques.
  • Manage high-level relationships and coordinate technical bid activities.
  • Influence the growth of the company by mentoring teams and refining software architectures.


Skills and experience

  • Expertise in entity or event based simulation.
  • C#/Python are desirable
  • Ability to modify large projects within hardware and performance constraints.
  • Experience in stakeholder management and technical report authoring.
  • Background in line management and enabling engineers to perform.


Benefits and balance

  • Comprehensive private health care.
  • Life assurance cover.
  • Seven per cent employer pension contribution.


Location and setup

Hybrid working based in Portsmouth.


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Extra information

Status
Open
Education Level
Secondary School
Location
Portsmouth
Type of Contract
Full-time jobs
Published at
22-04-2026
Profession type
ICT
Full UK/EU driving license preferred
No
Car Preferred
No
Must be eligible to work in the EU
No
Cover Letter Required
No
Languages
English

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