Hiring: Principal Engineer Company: Skydance Location: Santa Monica, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 12:31:21 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : C++ About the job Required Skills: •Design and implement new game features from scratch using a combination of C++, Blueprints, and other tools. •Partner cross-functionally with designers, artists, and audio developers to iterate on and refine key game systems. •Take ownership of major systems, maintain development schedules, and drive implementation tasks at all levels of complexity. •Developing and guide technology development using modular approaches for use across multiple titles. Qualifications: •Multiple years of professional experience with several shipped games. •Extensive experience with Unreal Engine, modifying and creating custom tech to extend the engine’s feature set. •Comprehensive expertise in the challenges with modern game development, with proven history of building new technology to help teams overcome these challenges •Self-motivated and self-directing, willing to pitch in areas of development beyond direct responsibilities. •Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. •The annual salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $217,000 – $246,000. The salary offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc. •We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description. •Paramount, a Skydance Corporation is a diversified media company creating high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive/games, and animation divisions. Compensation: •$217,000 - $246,000 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!