{"id":837905,"url":"https://alion.io/job/varjo-senior-software-engineer-unreal-engine-and-c","title":"Senior Software Engineer, Unreal Engine and C++","company":{"id":56694,"name":"Varjo","domain":"varjo.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/varjo","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"ats_vendor":"Workable","truth_index":null},"role":"Games","role_family":"Games","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Helsinki, Finland"],"countries":["FI"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":48000,"max_usd":113000,"period":"year","method":"global_role_cell_scaled_by_country","sample_n":60},"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Blender","optional":false},{"name":"C++","optional":false},{"name":"Maya","optional":false},{"name":"Unreal Engine","optional":false},{"name":"OpenXR","optional":true},{"name":"Unity","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-02T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-02","last_verified_at":"2026-09-23T19:25:46Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":21,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":21},"description":"At Varjo we create mixed reality hardware and software for training & simulation purposes in the defense and aerospace sector.\nOur headsets are used to train astronauts and fighter jet pilots, design cars, and conduct pioneering medical research in virtual environments. Over 25% of the Fortune 100 and 19/20 of the world's largest defense and aerospace companies use Varjo's mixed reality to transform their operations. We deliver the highest immersion, performance, and security levels for the most demanding industrial customers globally.\nWe want to work with the best - we want you to join us. We are offering you an exciting position where you can see into the future and play your part in shaping it.\nWhat you’ll be doing\nDevelopment of Unreal Engine based training simulation applications for the Varjo XR headsets.\nIntegrating XR and simulator hardware with Unreal Engine\nHelping customers and partners in the use of Unreal Engine with the Varjo XR technology.\nTest-driven development\nThis is a full-time position based in Helsinki, with at least 3 days per week in the office. Due to project requirements, an EU nationality is required.\nRequirements\nMultiple years of experience working with Unreal Engine with C++\nExperience in creating multiplayer applications\nExperience setting up 3D content pipelines (e.g., Maya, Blender).\nExperience working with graphics APIs\nExperience with leading a project, team or being in release manage role\nNice to have:\nprevious experience in VR or XR\nexperiences with other games engines such as Unity\nexperience with OpenXR\nTeam player, ability to perform in cross-functional teams and to share knowledge with others\nWe offer\nThe possibility to see into the future of computing by taking part in creating the new state of art in virtual and mixed reality products and experiences\nA startup culture with minimal bureaucracy and maximum opportunity for you to take charge of your work\nWork with the best, learn from the best\nThe possibility to select the tools and methods you want to use to do your job effectively\nCompetitive salary in the capital of the world's happiest country\nPremium employee medical coverage with life insurance and disability benefits\nOffice located right in the middle of downtown Helsinki\nGet in touch\nReady to join? Apply now.\nInclude your CV and a link to your LinkedIn profile. Send us details of work you are especially proud of and what you did in those projects - wow us.\nIf you know people who are already working for Varjo, feel free to drop their names in your message.\nThis role will be filled as soon as the suitable candidate is found.\nCandidates with a suitable combination of education, training and experience are encouraged to apply. 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