Gameplay Programmer – C++ – AAA Games – Northwest UK

This vacancy offers a work-from-home start in the UK until it is safe to work in-house.

Project: AAA Games

Our client is a major Games Developer with multiple studios in the UK. They are focused on creating fun console games using a world-famous IP.

They are seeking a Gameplay Programmer to create the gameplay code required to construct the game whilst working alongside a multi-discipline team.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Good experience with gameplay and mechanics programming.
• Fluent in object-oriented C++ with strong debugging and documentation skills.
• Experience using Unreal Engine on at least one released game.
• Strong 3D maths and physics skills.
• Degree, qualifications, or applicable experience, in Computer Science or an associated subject.
• Ability to provide time estimates for complex programming tasks.
• Ability to work on assigned tasks generally without direct supervision.
• Ability to analyse the design documents for risk and provide creative solutions.
• Passionate about working closely with artists, animators, and designers; supporting their developing needs for gameplay technology and associated tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with animators, artists, and designers to engineer reusable modular game systems that they can use to build fun networked content for the game.
• Work on the AI systems required to create fun networked enemy AI, Party AI, and Boss AI.
• Write fun, networked player mechanics.
• Write reusable gameplay systems that will allow designer to populate the hubs with fun networked game play.
• Write GUI systems.
• Implement achievements, trophies, and rich presence.

BENEFITS:

• Flexitime
• Bonus Scheme
• Pension scheme & life assurance
• Health and wellbeing activities
• Social Events

Interested in finding out more about the studio and project? Apply now or call directly today on +44 1206 214 418!