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Senior Gameplay Programmer

This role is for a Senior Gameplay Programmer responsible for developing systems and tools in Unreal Engine, collaborating with designers and technical directors, and acting as a technical point of contact. The position requires over 4 years of game development experience, proficiency with Unreal Engine, and a passion for creating engaging player experiences. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and willing to relocate to Irvine, California for on-site work.

Responsibilities----------------<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">Programming systems and tools within Unreal in line with performance, modularity and scalability requirements</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Work with designers to create a variety of gameplay systems in Unreal</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Collaborate with the Technical Director and other programmers to deliver high quality tools and systems</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Be a point of contact for all technical issues related to Unreal Engine and its tools</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Suggest and drive improvements to the game by creating and implementing new systems</li></ul>Qualification Requirements--------------------------<ul class="list-disc list-inside my-5 pl-5 space-y-2 text-gray-700"><li class="leading-relaxed">4+ years of professional game development experience</li><li class="leading-relaxed">A love of collaboration and fun</li><li class="leading-relaxed">A passion for crafting gameplay and fun experiences for players</li><li class="leading-relaxed">An ability to foster a positive work environment that encourages open and interdepartmental collaboration</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Unreal Engine experience</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Authorized to work in the United States</li><li class="leading-relaxed">Must be willing to relocate and work on-site in Irvine, California</li></ul>Target Start Date - June 2022<a href="mailto:careers@postcardgamestudio.com?subject=Senior%20Gameplay%20Programmer%20@%20Postcard%20Game%20Studio" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-800 hover:underline transition-colors duration-200">Apply here</a>

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