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Junior Unreal Engine Developer Salary in London (2026)

Updated July 20266 min readSources: ONS ASHE 2024, Glassdoor UK, JFR job feed

Junior Unreal Engine Developers in London earn a median base salary of £40K per year, based on 405 verified data points. This guide covers salary ranges, total comp, and negotiation tactics specific to the junior level in 2026.

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Verified — 2026 · Junior Level
Unreal Engine Developer · London
0% YoY
25th Percentile
£35K
Walk-away floor
Median (50th)
£40K
Market midpoint
75th Percentile
£47K
Realistic ceiling
Sources: ONS ASHE 2024, Glassdoor UK, JFR job feed·Sample: 405 data points

Unreal Engine Developer salary by level in London

See how junior-level pay compares to other seniority bands for the same role and location.

LevelApprox. Median Base
JuniorThis guide£40K
Mid-Level£58K
Senior£78K
Staff£95K
Principal£110K

* Figures are approximate estimates relative to the junior-level verified data above.

What does a Junior Unreal Engine Developer earn in London in 2026?

The median base salary for a Junior Unreal Engine Developer in London is £40K per year, with the 25th–75th percentile range spanning £35K£47K. Total annual compensation — including bonuses and equity — typically reaches £45K at the median for junior-level engineers.

At the junior level, engineers are typically 0–2 years into their careers and working under close mentorship. Compensation reflects this: base salaries sit well below the market median across all seniority bands, but the gap closes quickly with demonstrated impact.

To negotiate effectively, open at £44K — the 65th percentile for this level and location — which gives you room to settle above median while appearing reasonable. Know your walk-away floor: £35K.

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Top-paying companies for Junior Unreal Engine Developers in London

CompanyMedian Base
Revolut£63K
Monzo£57K
Google London£77K
Meta London£76K
Deliveroo£53K
Wise£60K
Checkout.com£62K

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