Gameplay Engineer

Lighthouse Games is seeking a Gameplay Engineer to join their AAA studio in Leamington Spa. The role involves planning and delivering data-driven, scalable gameplay systems, working closely with the design team to create engaging features. The ideal candidate will produce clean, robust code, actively seek opportunities for quality improvement, and contribute to a collaborative team environment, pushing for higher quality in game development.

Must Have

• Experience as a Gameplay Engineer on one or more console/PC titles
• Strong C++ skills
• Experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5
• Solid understanding of code architecture best practices
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to plan and meet scheduled goals
• Passion for gaming and game development

Good to Have

• Familiarity with building data driven and scalable gameplay features
• Experience with multi-threaded programming

Perks & Benefits

• 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
• Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Health and Well-Being Benefits
• Dental Care
• Optical treatments
• Mental Health Support

Description

Lighthouse Games is AAA studio in Leamington Spa. We are defined by our pedigree of talent, and serious ambition to build a new best-in-class game. When you join us at Lighthouse, you will be able to create the best work of your career, in an environment that feels truly collaborative. You will learn from the best, and work along side the future greats of the gaming industry.

As a Gameplay Engineer, you will be responsible for planning and delivering gameplay systems that are data-driven and scalable. You will work directly with our world-class design team to create engaging gameplay, using your passion and drive to push for higher quality at every opportunity. You will actively seek out opportunities to learn from others to continually develop your technical and professional skills.

Key Duties Include

• Work closely with the creative teams to implement compelling gameplay features and systems
• Plan and deliver large bodies of work
• Produce clean and robust code, following all standards and guidelines, including the use of automated testing processes
• Pro-actively seek opportunities to improve the quality of everything we do
• Seek out opportunities to improve your skills as a game developer
• Actively take part in our collaborative and creative team spirit

Requirements

• Experience as a Gameplay Engineer on one or more console/PC titles
• Strong C++ skills
• Experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5
• Solid understanding of code architecture best practices
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to plan and meet scheduled goals
• Passion for gaming and game development

Desirable

• Familiarity with building data driven and scalable gameplay features
• Experience with multi-threaded programming

Benefits

• 25 Days Holiday, plus 1 day for your birthday
• Studio Shutdown between Christmas and New Year
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare
• Health and Well-Being Benefits
• Dental Care
• Optical treatments
• Mental Health Support