Senior Gameplay Programmer, Game Prototypes
The Ladders
United States
4 days ago
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Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$140,000.0 - $250,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source
Tech stack
C++ (Programming Language)
Computer Programming
Software Debugging
Unreal Engine
Job description
- Contribute to various projects across multiple game genres with tailored engineering approaches
- Own and drive complex gameplay features from prototype to polished product
- Translate design concepts into functional systems using UE5 and associated tools
- Optimize and debug gameplay systems to ensure performance on cloud streaming platforms
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to enhance feature integration and maintain design intent
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in gameplay programming across diverse game genres
- Proficient in Unreal Engine 5 with strong skills in C++ and Blueprints
- Experience prototyping and shipping multiple game titles focusing on player experience
- Strong mathematical abilities for optimization and debugging
- Excellent communicator, able to convey technical concepts to non-technical team members
Benefits & conditions
- Comprehensive health and dental plans
- Mental health support resources
- RRSP retirement plan with employer matching
- Stock option program for employees
- Flexible time off for salaried employees with generous paid leave allowances
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification-your background could be exactly what this team needs.
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