Horizon Hobby · 21 hours ago
Software Developer Simulation
Champaign, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expHorizon Hobby is the leader in the global Radio Control industry, celebrating 40 years in 2025. They are seeking an experienced Software Developer for their Simulation team to create new applications and enhance existing software for RC Air and Surface vehicles using Unreal Engine.
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Responsibilities
Build simulation and visualization features for Unreal Engine 5 applications
Build new features and correct bugs within existing software products
Develop build pipelines targeting multiple hardware platforms
Work with QA and Production to address any issues encountered along the release process
Test fixes and features completed by other developers when appropriate
Develop code to interface with HID hardware
Operate under source control
Communicate clearly through issue-tracking systems and other channels
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience with Unreal Engine development, primarily UE5
Strong proficiency with C++ and C++ integration into Unreal Engine
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Experience and/or interest in RC hobby vehicles
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
HSA and FSA options
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance
401(k) with a company match
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Internal Rewards
Discounts on Products
Additional Coverage such as accident, critical, hospital and pet insurance.
Company
Horizon Hobby
Horizon Hobby develops, markets, and distributes radio control hobby products; model trains; and educational, toy, and other hobby products.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2014-03-05Acquired
Leadership Team
Chris Dickerson
CEO and President
Keith Howard, CPA, MBA
CFO
Recent News
2025-02-16
2025-02-16
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