Senior Gameplay Engineer [Fixed Term]
The roleAs a Senior Gameplay Engineer on this project you will work with our designers to conceive of and implement elements of scripted and emergent world content, combat and activities. You will develop and maintain the tools and systems necessary for designers to create missions, build complex gameplay mechanics and tweak and balance the game. Your work will take you all over the codebase from underlying systems to weapons, from character mechanics to world interactions, from physics to VFX. In order to fully realise a feature or a section of gameplay, it is necessary to work closely with an array of disciplines.
[Please note that this is a fixed term employment, with end date being 31st of March 2027]
What you'll do
- Work with designers, animators, artists, and other programmers in order to create and deliver features
- Maintain a high standard of code quality and robustness
- Participate in code reviews and mentor less experienced peers on the team
- Work in a development environment with shared code and contribute with continuous improvements to our shared tech
Who you are
- Proficient in C++
- Experience working in the games industry
- Have a sense of fun gameplay
- Have strong knowledge of gameplay code, systems and mechanics
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team
- It’s a plus if you have experience with in-house engine(s) and experience of being part of a full product cycle
Note: Research shows under-represented groups in the industry might not apply to a job if they don’t check off every requirement. At Avalanche, we’re more about your drive to learn and interest in tackling challenges than what’s on your resume! So don’t stress if you don’t tick every box— shoot us your application anyway! Diverse opinions and different experiences are what make our teams so great, not itemized lists of qualifications.
The Stockholm locationOur Stockholm office is situated in Södermalm, the beating heart of the city’s game industry. It’s a physical representation of our games – the lush vegetation of Just Cause and theHunter: Call of the Wild meets corroded metal straight out of Mad Max. It has everything you need to make it your creative base camp.
Our valuesAt Avalanche Studios Group, we create worlds beyond limits. But that’s not exclusive to our games, so we’re committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workplace. All Avalanchers have a shared responsibility to create an open work environment where everyone is treated equally and respectfully. Being part of our world is not contingent on your heritage, your gender, or sexual orientation. It’s all about your passion and creativity.
How to applyTo apply for this position, please register below and provide your CV in English. We review applications continuously. All further studio-related information is provided under a non-disclosure agreement.
At Avalanche Studios Group we're always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our passionate team, but please note that relocation assistance is not available for this role.