Job description
We are a fast-growing, award-winning game studio based in Seattle, crafting immersive experiences for players worldwide. We are seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer to lead the development of core gameplay systems and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
As a Senior Gameplay Programmer, you will own features from concept to ship, mentor teammates, and ensure performance and quality across platforms.
Responsibility
- Architect, implement, and refine core gameplay systems including movement, combat, abilities, and progression.
- Collaborate with design, art, and audio teams to translate concepts into high-quality gameplay experiences.
- Lead feature development from concept through prototyping, iteration, and shipping on target platforms.
- Profile, optimize, and ensure strong performance across PC and consoles.
- Mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and foster a culture of craftsmanship.
- Develop and maintain robust tools and pipelines to accelerate development.
- Contribute to documentation, testing strategies, and CI/CD processes.
- Engage in playtesting and balance decisions to deliver engaging player experiences.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 5+ years of professional game development with shipped titles.
- Strong proficiency in C++ and scripting (C# or Lua).
- Experience with Unity or Unreal Engine and modern game development workflows.
- Solid understanding of gameplay systems, AI, physics, and networking.
- Excellent debugging, profiling, and optimization skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities; proven mentorship experience.
- Portfolio of shipped titles or demonstrable gameplay projects.