Job description
At Nebula Forge Studios, we craft immersive, story-driven experiences that push technical boundaries. We are seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer to join our Seattle-based team and help shape next-gen titles across platforms. You will collaborate with designers, artists, and engineers to deliver polished, performant gameplay that captivates players.
Join a studio where you will influence systems, mentor teammates, and ship memorable experiences on PC and consoles.
Responsibility
- Architect and implement robust gameplay systems, from character movement to combat mechanics and AI behavior.
- Collaborate with design to translate gameplay ideas into maintainable code and data-driven features.
- Optimize performance for PC and consoles across multiple platforms.
- Lead prototyping efforts for new mechanics and iterate based on playtests.
- Mentor junior developers, review code, and promote engineering best practices.
- Collaborate with tool developers to streamline pipelines and improve productivity.
- Maintain high code quality with test coverage and documentation.
Qualification
- 5+ years of professional game development experience with shipped titles.
- Strong proficiency with C++, C#, and engine pipelines (Unreal Engine 4/5 or Unity).
- Deep understanding of gameplay systems, animations, physics, and AI.
- Experience with cross-platform optimization and profiling tools.
- Proven ability to mentor teammates and work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to translate design into technical specifications.
- Portfolio or credits demonstrating gameplay programming contributions.