Gameplay programmer
Larian Studios
UK
29 days ago
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Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
4 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Job source
Tech stack
Artificial Intelligence
C++ (Programming Language)
Software Debugging
Video Game Development
Machine Learning
Software Engineering
State Machines
Information Technology
Job description
- Work on all aspects of systems of the game: engine features, gameplay, UI, audio, animation, scripting, tools.
- Work closely together with the other departments to implement the needed game components;
- Work together with almost all content creators to deliver required features;
- Write robust, maintainable auto-testable code in TDD fashion;
- Be an active participant in the design and production of the game - technical side of the creative team and first line of feedback;
- Help scope features and advise on best ways to implement them;
- Work within an international team on a daily basis, spread between multiple studios across the world.
Requirements
- 4+ years experience in C++;
- Excellent feel for RPG systems and gameplay in general;
- Experience with commercial proprietary engines;
- Open-minded, willing to experiment and iterate over a specific feature;
- Concepts as state machines, pathfinding, AI routines should be second nature;
- Ability to think like a designer to create compelling and fun game play;
- Can easily communicate in English;
- You are a team player and willing to take responsibility;
- Passion for making and playing great games;
- Excellent software design and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent software debugging skills.
- Excellent architectural skills. Designing many parallel and gameplay systems is not a problem for you;
- Game development experience.
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This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity. Nice to have
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or software engineering;
- Experience with machine learning algorithms;
- Experience with TDD and ECS;
- Background in RPGs;
- Shipped game/console titles., We are looking for highly motivated individuals with ever-evolving skillsets and passion for player experience. If you want to contribute to making amazing RPG experiences, we would love to hear from you.
About the company
- An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
- An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
- A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
- Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
- Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
- Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback
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