Gameplay Engineer

2 Months ago • All levels • Game Design • Systems Design • $120,000 PA - $150,000 PA

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Job Description

That's No Moon is searching for a passionate Gameplay Engineer to join their team and contribute to their upcoming AAA title. This role will involve collaborating with designers to craft engaging gameplay experiences. Responsibilities include prototyping, building, and maintaining gameplay systems using C++ and Unreal Engine. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and a proven track record of developing high-quality game mechanics.
Must have:
  • Experience with C++
  • Implement and maintain production quality C/C++
  • Work independently with minimal direction
  • Ability to communicate clearly
Good to have:
  • Strong math skills
  • Unreal Engine experience
Perks:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible PTO
  • Supplemental life and disability

That's No Moon is an independent studio of storytellers and game-makers who believe in the power of narrative-driven experiences. With a diverse team of talented developers, from some of the top game studios in the world (Naughty Dog, Infinity Ward, Bungie), our shared vision is to create the future of AAA experiences with a culture of creativity, collaboration, and responsible production practices. Our passionate team of developers help shape our studio, our projects, and our future.

We are looking for a passionate Gameplay Engineer who is excited to explore new game mechanics for our forthcoming AAA title. This Gameplay Engineer will work side-by-side with designers and provide creative input to craft fun gameplay experiences. In this role, you will prototype, build and maintain a variety of gameplay systems to support unique, outstanding gameplay. 

Responsibilities:  

  • Collaborate with engineers and other departments to provide holistic solutions with an emphasis on achieving GOTY. 
  • Implement and maintain production quality C/C++ for features, tools, and workflows to build related systems. 
  • Write and maintain relevant documentation. 
  • Provide regular communication updates and coordinate with production regarding scheduling and priorities. 

Requirements & Skills:  

  • Experience with C++. 
  • (Bonus) Strong math skills. 
  • (Bonus) Unreal Engine experience. 

Qualities:  

  • Work independently with minimal direction. 
  • Ability to communicate clearly visually, verbally and written. 

TNM considers a number of factors when determining each role's base pay range, including industry benchmarks, location, experience, and other job specific skills. In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for other incentive compensation including equity and profit share. The estimated base pay range for this role is U.S. only and not applicable for locations outside of the U.S.

The estimated base pay range for this role is: $120,000 - $150,000

TNM offers competitive and comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, flexible PTO, supplemental life and disability, and more. Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary based on country of residence and/or part-time or temporary employment status.

That's No Moon is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, color, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, legally protected physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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$120.0K - $150.0K/yr (Outscal est.)
$135.0K/yr avg.
Los Angeles, California, United States

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About The Company

That's No Moon is an independent studio of storytellers and game-makers who believe in the power of narrative-driven experiences. With a diverse team of talented developers, from some of the top game studios in the world (Naughty Dog, Infinity Ward, Bungie), our shared vision is to create the future of AAA experiences with a culture of creativity, collaboration, and responsible production practices. Our passionate team of developers help shape our studio, our projects, and our future.

Visit ThatsNoMoon.com to learn about our team, see our open positions, and more.

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