Who We Are

As trailblazers in VR and multiplatform AAA video game development, ForwardXP thrives on creating immersive multiplayer and delivering the next generation of forward looking games for consoles, PC and VR platforms. Our senior team boasts a legacy of leadership in some of the most iconic game franchises of all time, from Call of Duty to DOOM, QUAKE, and beyond.

Mission

Fun isn't just a byproduct - it's our mission. We know that crafting fun takes dedication, teamwork, and agility. By staying player-focused and agile, we ensure our games are entertaining and legendary!

Our Values

Excellence. It’s our commitment to surpass expectations by consistently reflecting on our performance and continually seeking improvement.
Impact. We understand that every line of code, every financial decision, and every collaboration has the power to make a difference.
Collaboration. We believe in the power of diverse voices and intentional collaboration, ensuring that every perspective shapes our games for the best results possible.

Who We Are Looking For

ForwardXP is looking for a Senior Multiplayer Gameplay Engineer to assist in building robust, scalable network solutions for our co-development projects. You will work under the guidance of senior engineers to develop and maintain the network infrastructure that keeps our multiplayer games running smoothly.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Work closely with gameplay engineers and designers to integrate multiplayer features seamlessly into the game
Implement low-latency, high-performance networking solutions optimized for cross-platform play in Unreal and/or Unity
Ensure multiplayer systems are secure, reliable, maintainable, and performant
Troubleshoot and debug complex multiplayer issues, from latency to synchronization errors

What We Like To See

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Solid experience with network protocols such as TCP, UDP, or WebSockets
Extensive experience with Unreal Engine (e.g., Replications, Online Subsystem) and/or Unity (e.g., Photon Fusion, Netcode for GameObjects)
Proven track record of debugging complex multiplayer systems and optimizing
Strong ability to manage technical trade-offs and guide decision-making in a collaborative environment

BONUS Points

Experience with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for hosting multiplayer servers
Knowledge of cheat detection and prevention techniques
Proven experience developing and implementing cross-platform multiplayer features
Understanding of platform-specific multiplayer frameworks (e.g., PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, Steamworks)

Perks & Benefits

Paid health care
Equipment of your choice
Remote-friendly
Flexible working hours
Unlimited PTO
Paid in-office lunches
401k with up to 3% matching
Stock Options
Learning and Development options

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