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LyteForge · McLean, VA · posted Nov 3, 2026

Junior Frontend Unreal Engine Developer

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Our organization is a unique software development company based in McLean, Virginia, dedicated to providing top-tier solutions to defend the United States and its businesses.

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Frontend Unreal Engine Developer who embodies our commitment to excellence and is driven to "do it right." We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Frontend Unreal Engine Developer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be instrumental in developing cutting-edge visual experiences and interactive elements within the Unreal Engine for our impactful solutions. You will leverage your expertise in C++ and the Unreal Engine ecosystem to create compelling and performant user interfaces and environments.

Develop and implement frontend features and functionalities within the Unreal Engine using C++ .

Design and create engaging and functional game levels and environments.

Develop intuitive and complex user interfaces and menus within the Unreal Engine.

Utilize and understand GameInstances for managing persistent data and global game state.

Optimize rendering and performance for efficient handling of large amounts of polygons , particularly within visual effects systems like Niagara .

Develop and implement custom shaders to achieve desired visual styles and effects.

Collaborate closely with designers, backend developers, and other team members to ensure seamless integration of frontend elements.

Contribute to the overall architecture and technical design of the application.

Identify and resolve technical challenges and performance bottlenecks.

Participate in code reviews and contribute to maintaining high code quality standards.

Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in Unreal Engine and related technologies.

must be able to qualify and maintain security clearance.

  • have at least 5 years of Frontend Unreal Engine Developer experience and have a good understanding of professional business environments.
  • have good written and verbal communication skills (answering the phone and composing emails in a professional manner)

Health Insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,000 per year excluding bonus and benefits.

The schedule for this position is project driven and can be highly variable depending on project deadlines and the specific needs of the software development teams.

Monday to Friday A cover letter is not required, although a short personal message explaining your work experience as it relates to this listing is extremely helpful.

Employment type Employment type Full-time

Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology

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