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Lead Gameplay Programmer

Game EngineerSoftware EngineerOtherRemoteSeniorTeam 501-1,000Since 2002H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Massachusetts

Posted

120 days ago

Salary

$168.2K - $257K / year

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree7 yrs expEnglishUnreal Engine

Job Description

Lead Gameplay Programmer

CD PROJEKT SA

• Manage your direct reports and help them grow while delivering high-quality player experiences. • Guide your team to build high quality, performant and scalable gameplay systems in Unreal Engine. • Foster cross-team and cross-functional collaboration to ensure efficient development. • Work with production to contribute to roadmapping and planning efforts. • Work closely with designers, artists and other developers to understand their needs and ensure that your team is aligned with everyone to deliver on expectations. • Write high-quality code that is optimised, bug-free, and aligned with project goals.

Job Requirements

  • Solid management skills, with a minimum of one year of experience managing a team of programmers.
  • At least 7 years of professional programming experience within the games industry.
  • Excellent proficiency in C++ programming.
  • Knowledge of mathematical concepts, including 3D math and linear algebra.
  • Ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome technical challenges and drive innovation in technology.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to evaluate the quality of player gameplay experience/game feel.

Benefits

  • Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental)
  • Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars.
  • Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year.
  • 401K with employer matching.
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement.
  • Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
  • RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.

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