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# Senior Network Engineer

- **Company:** Companion Group Ltd
- **Location:** Germany (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** €60,000.0 - €70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, C++ (Programming Language), Client Server Models, Cloud Computing, Profiling, Data Structures, Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Video Game Development, Network Architecture, Online Service Provider, Peer-To-Peer (P2P), Google Cloud, Enterprise Integration, Unreal Engine
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5894639474

## About the Role

* Minimum 5 years of experience working as a Network Engineer in the gaming industry
 * Minimum 3 years of experience with in the Unreal Engine
Excellent communication and collaboration skills

 * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
 * Excellent C++ programming skills, including proficiency in modern C++ standards (C++17 and C++20)
 * Deep expertise in common data structures and algorithms (DSA) (e.g. Graph Algorithms)
 * Deep understanding of Client-Server Game Architecture (e.g. Client-side prediction, Server reconciliation, Lag compensation, Entity Interpolation, etc.)
 * Shipped at least one AAA session-based multiplayer title.
 * Shipped at least one AAA persistent world multiplayer title.
 * Deep understanding of the client-server model, the listen-server architecture, the peer-to-peer architecture, and distributed architectures in general.

What makes you stand out

 * Familiarity with cross-platform multiplayer game development (PC/Console)
 * Experience with Online Services (e.g. GBaaS solutions (e.g. Azure Playfab, AccelByte AGS), Custom Game Backend Integration/Development, Toxicity Management Platforms, etc.)
 * Experience with one or more Cloud Providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)
 * Strong debugging and profiling skills for real-time multiplayer games
 * Knowledge of security best practices for online games, including cheat prevention and data protection

## Description

* Architect, implement and refine cutting-edge network code for large-scale multiplayer games inside and outside of the Unreal Engine
 * Produce elegant, efficient, and maintainable C++ code

 * Develop robust solutions for player synchronization, matchmaking, and latency management.
 * Work closely with gameplay engineers, designers, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of your network code
 * Diagnose and resolve complex networking issues during all phases of development
 * Research and integrate cutting-edge technologies to future-proof network architecture
 * Mentor and collaborate with other engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence


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