Senior Unreal Engine Engineer

In May 2021, the customer embarked on an ambitious journey to establish a cutting-edge game development studio with a small team and bold aspirations. Their mission is to create the types of games they have always envisioned—immersive and innovative experiences that gamers have longed for. Thanks to the exceptional contributions of a passionate and talented team, remarkable progress has been made in a short time. The studio’s culture is built on kindness, adaptability, and courage, principles that unlock creativity. Their inaugural IP for a major console is on track to deliver a AAA multiplayer experience, aiming to craft a systemic, evolving world centered on freedom, thrill, and playfulness that will captivate players for years to come. In 2022, the customer joined a prominent global network of studios, positioning them to develop an exclusive new IP and expand a pioneering game development team in Canada.

The customer is seeking an experienced Gameplay Programmer to join their dynamic project team. In this role, you will assume full ownership of gameplay systems and ensure their technical quality. You will be responsible for clarifying technical requirements and guiding the planning for the gameplay programming team. Working within a multidisciplinary environment, you will drive technical design and implementation, ensuring that creative and artistic visions are realized to deliver exhilarating player experiences.

Currently, we are developing high-intensity PvPvE action title designed for next-generation gaming platforms. This project focuses on dynamic, systemic gameplay, offering players freedom, excitement, and evolving challenges that will keep them engaged for years to come.

The project team is a diverse and dedicated group of professionals, united by a common passion for creating groundbreaking gaming experiences. With a blend of creative talent and technical expertise, the team fosters an environment where innovative ideas are encouraged, and collaboration is key to delivering high-quality games.

• Interview process that respects people and their time
• Professional and open IT community
• Internal meet-ups and resources for knowledge sharing
• Time for recovery and relaxation
• Bright online and offline events
• Opportunity to become part of our internal volunteer community

• Develop and implement high-quality gameplay systems and features that meet design and technical specifications.
• Optimize and debug code to ensure superior performance and technical excellence.
• Promote and adhere to best programming practices and coding standards, ensuring the creation of sustainable, high-performing, and maintainable code.
• Contribute to technical design documentation, clarify requirements, define tasks, and conduct peer code reviews.
• Plan and organize work effectively while providing realistic progress updates to management.
• Proactively identify risks and develop innovative solutions to mitigate their impact on the project.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and advocate for their integration when beneficial.

• Proficiency in C++ with a strong understanding of object-oriented development principles.
• Ability to debug and optimize code at both low-level and high-level layers.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with all members of the development team.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Will be a plus: 
• Familiarity with the technical challenges and best practices associated with live-service games (Games as a Service).
• Understanding of cloud-based development and streaming technologies.
• Experience designing and implementing a variety of game systems (e.g., AI, online networking, user interfaces, character controls, etc.).
• A solid grasp of game mechanics and design principles.