Game Developer (C++)

9 Months ago • 5 Years + • Game Engine

Job Summary

Job Description

C++ game developer needed to create gameplay systems for strategy games. Must have experience in game development and strong C++ skills.
Must have:
  • Game Development
  • Strong C++
  • Strategy Games
  • Data-Driven Systems
Good to have:
  • UI/UX
  • AI
  • Physics
  • Data Management
Perks:
  • Cutting Edge Games
  • Fast-Paced Team

Job Details

Are you an avid gamer interested in creating awesome games? Stardock is currently seeking a talented Game Developer to create gameplay systems in cutting edge games. The ideal candidate is well versed in C++ , has created games in the past, and loves strategy games.  This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

  • Build and maintain gameplay systems in modern C++
  • Write technical documents describing the implementation of gameplay systems.
  • Create data-driven systems that enable quick gameplay iteration.
  • Work closely with production and QA to address bugs.

 

Education and/or Experience Desired:

  • 5+ years of professional experience in game development.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or relevant field.
  • Strong C++ background.
  • Passion for games and game design.
  • Self-motivated and loves solving problems.
  • Expertise in one or more of the following: UI/UX, AI, physics, data management, graphics, gameplay, audio, parallel and distributed systems, HLSL/GLSL shaders, pipelines, terrain.
  • Able to learn new technology quickly and execute on a schedule in a fast-paced cross-discipline team environment.
  • Multiple shipped titles or mods
  • Experienced with version control software (e.g. Perforce, SVN, etc.)

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About The Company

HISTORY

Initially a developer for the OS/2 platform, Stardock was founded in 1991 and incorporated in 1993 as “Stardock Systems.” We grew to become a leader in development for Windows® customization software that lets you modify or extend your graphical user interface like Fences® , Start10™, Deskscapes™, among others. A long time lover of games, CEO Brad Wardell also devotes the company’s time to producing PC games in the 4X and RTS genre. Our most noted titles include Galactic Civilizations® (I, II, III), Sins of a Solar Empire® : Rebellion, Ashes of the Singularity™: Escalation, Sorcerer King™, and more.

Headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Stardock employees people worldwide and continues to specialize in consumer software development and publishing.

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