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# Senior Unreal Programmer

- **Company:** Mercuna
- **Location:** Edinburgh, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £55,000.0 - £65,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Video Game Development, Scripting, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f57717b46d1edd07

## About the Role

* Strong experience developing with Unreal, particularly in AI or gameplay systems.
 * Strong programming skills in C++ and familiarity with Blueprint scripting.
 * Experience working for a medium or large games studio.
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field.
 * Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with both internal development teams and external game studios.
 * Ability to investigate and resolve complex technical issues.
 * Able to attend our Edinburgh office twice a week.

## Description

* Develop and maintain Mercuna's Unreal integration, adding support for new engine systems and improving existing functionality.
 * Debug and optimise complex AI and navigation systems in Unreal projects using Mercuna, ensuring performance and reliability at scale.
 * Ensure the integration remains robust across Unreal versions and production environments.
 * Work closely with game developers to diagnose and resolve technical issues when integrating Mercuna into their projects.
 * Collaborate with AAA game developers to understand their production requirements and help them make effective use of Mercuna.


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