Principal Engineer - Project Technical Lead - Remote

Overview

We're looking for a Principal Engineer to join our team at Hypixel Studios, which collaborates remotely from around the world. Our members range from industry newcomers to experts with 25+ years of experience. Team members come from a diverse set of backgrounds, but share a common passion for building polished player-focused, community-powered games.

In Short

• Work directly with the Technical Director and Engineering Leads.
• Set architectural direction for the engine, game systems, and gameplay.
• Mentor other engineers to achieve solutions.
• Provide a role model for technical excellence.
• Collaborate with Product, Creative, and Design Leadership.
• Steer the Hypixel Technical Vision.
• Architect solutions that meet design and production goals.
• Achieve product outcomes through hands-on coding and technical leadership.
• 12+ years of professional game development experience required.
• Experience with proprietary engines or modifying commercial engines.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience building and maintaining proprietary engines.
• 4+ years operating as a technical leader.
• Strong knowledge of common game and software design patterns.
• Ability to collaborate with teammates across multiple disciplines.
• Passionate about game engineering and learning new skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Annual Performance Bonus (APB).
• Quality of Life increases.
• Christmas closure.
• Opportunities to learn and grow personally and professionally.
• A stable and secure work environment.
• The ability to work remotely.