Gameplay Engineer

2 Months ago • 2 Years + • Animation • $93,960 PA - $120,800 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Visual Concepts seeks an experienced Gameplay Software Engineer to contribute to the development of WWE 2K. Responsibilities include collaborating with animation, design, and AI teams to build and refine in-ring wrestling gameplay. This role requires creating systems for improved scripting, character differentiation, and seamless animation. The engineer will prototype and implement combat gameplay, work within an Agile environment, and produce clean, efficient, well-documented code. The ideal candidate is passionate about gameplay, has a strong understanding of C/C++, and possesses excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Must have:
  • 2+ years game dev experience
  • C/C++ fluency
  • OOP understanding
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Teamwork
  • Passion for games
Good to have:
  • Shipped console/PC titles
  • Animation tech knowledge
  • 3D math proficiency
  • Game camera expertise

Job Details

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Novato, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.

What We Need:

Can you visualize the game that should be, long before it is? Do you have a passion for gameplay, animation, AI, feedback, and the myriad artistic and technical elements that make a game feel great? Love gameplay logic, animation systems, AI and player customization? Are you an expert collaborator and great communicator who thrives on delivering results? If so, wow, do we want to talk to you!

Our team is looking for an experienced Gameplay Software Engineer who has a high bar for code quality and a passion for fun, feel, and clean and efficient design. In this role, you will work closely with animation, design, and AI to build and polish amazing gameplay, to help make the next iteration of WWE 2K the best ever!

What You Will Do:

  • Join a team of passionate engineers, designers and animators creating in-ring wrestling for WWE2K
  • Deliver systems for improved scripting, character differentiation, and seamless gameplay animation
  • Represent the player at all times, delivering satisfying, polished, and extensible game features
  • Work with designers to prototype and implement combat gameplay that incorporates multiple competitors in a highly reactive environment
  • Work in an Agile process to provide accurate schedules and estimates for completing tasks on time
  • Produce code that is clean, efficient, well-documented, and conforms to our coding standards

Who Will Be A Great Fit:

  • 2+ years of experience in game development
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Fluent in C/C++
  • Solid understanding of object oriented programming
  • Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills
  • Ability to write clean, well-documented, and efficient code
  • Team player
  • Passion for video games (not just ours!)

Might Be Nice:

  • Experienced gameplay engineer with shipped console or PC titles
  • Understanding of animation technology and character controls
  • Knowledge of game cameras, camera movement, and basic cinematic principals
  • Proficient in 3D mathematics

 

The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $93,960 and $120,800 per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

 

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com

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