C++ Software Engineer – Core/Game Engine

About the role

Lucky Robots is creating the world’s first Game Engine for Robotics, a real‑time 3D simulation platform that trains AI to interact with the physical world. As a senior C++ Software Engineer on the Core Technology team, you will shape the architecture and core systems of this innovative engine.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain core subsystems of the custom robotics game engine.
• Write clean, high‑performance C++ code with a focus on reliability and scalability.
• Review peer designs and code to uphold technical standards.
• Optimize engine components for stability, runtime efficiency, and multi‑threaded performance.
• Collaborate with AI, physics, graphics, and simulation engineers to integrate new features.
• Participate in architectural discussions and share technical insights.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience with modern C++ and software architecture.
• Proven track record building high‑performance, real‑time, multi‑threaded systems.
• Experience with parallel programming, job systems, and data‑oriented design.
• Background in developing or extending game engines (Unreal, Unity, or proprietary).
• Strong grasp of 3D engine architecture and mathematics (linear algebra, geometry, calculus, trigonometry).
• Familiarity with software development life‑cycle and quality assurance practices.

Required skills

• C++ (modern standards)
• Multi‑threading and parallel programming
• Data‑oriented design
• Game engine development (Unreal, Unity, proprietary)
• 3D engine architecture
• Linear algebra, geometry, calculus, trigonometry
• Graphics APIs (Vulkan, Direct3D 12, Metal) – optional
• C# and scripting systems – optional