Lead Gameplay Programmer

3 Months ago • 6 Years +

Gameplay

Job Description

Wargaming is seeking a Lead Gameplay Programmer for their World of Warships team in Belgrade. This role involves leading a team of two gameplay programmers, developing solution architecture for features and refactorings, creating new features for various teams, and supporting the engine team with existing solutions. Responsibilities also include generating a common vision for gameplay programming practices, collaborating with game designers, UI developers, and sound designers for AAA user experiences, and working with team managers on codebase improvements. The lead will also participate in hiring, onboarding, and inspiring the growth of gameplay programmers.

Good To Have:

Basic knowledge of C/C++
Experience with game engines

Must Have:

Lead a team of 2 gameplay programmers
Develop solution architecture
Create new features
Support engine team
Generate common vision for gameplay programming
Collaborate with game designers, UI, and sound designers
Collaborate with managers on codebase improvements
Participate in hiring and onboarding
Inspire gameplay programmer growth
6+ years of commercial development experience
Good knowledge of Python
Good knowledge of Math
Excellent system design skills
Good knowledge of data structures and algorithms
Understanding of OOP
Ability to understand other people's code
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
English proficiency (B2 and higher)

Perks:

5 weeks of Annual Leave
Additional paid time off
Sick Leave Compensation
Maternity & Paternity Leave Benefits
Career development and education opportunities
Meal card contribution
Public transportation allowance
Premium private healthcare
Mental well-being program (iFeel)
Multisport Employee discounts
Personal Gaming Account
Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
Company events
Seniority Awards
Referral program

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Job Overview

Wargaming is looking for а Lead Gameplay Programmer to work on World of Warships in our Belgrade office.
World of Warships is the best naval game around, letting you take command of legendary warships from the period of the 20th century as you battle your way across the open sea with other players.  The project is driven by a team of international developers who combine talent with their passion for video games, resulting in World of Warships being a favorite hobby for millions all around the globe with keeping its community ever-growing! 

Reports to

Associate Technical Director

What will you do?

Lead own team of 2 gameplay programmers
Develop a solution architecture for features and re-factorings
Developing new features for different teams
Support engine team in improvements of existing solutions
Lead gameplay programmers union, with next responsibilities:
- Generate a common vision for gameplay programming practices and approaches
- Collaborate with game designers, UI developers, and sound designers in creating AAA user experience
- Collaborate with teams managers in planning for gameplay codebase improvements
- Participate in hiring and onboarding of new gameplay programmers o Inspire gameplay programmers to grow and help with self-development

What are we looking for?

At least 6 years of experience in commercial development 
Good knowledge of Python
Good knowledge of Math
Excellent system design skills
Good knowledge of data structures and algorithms 
Understanding of OOP 
Ability to understand other people's code 
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
English – B2 and higher

What additional skills will help you stand out?

Basic knowledge of С/С++ 
Experience with game engines

Work mode

Hybrid (3 days of work from the office)

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Prague include:

5 weeks of Annual Leave per calendar year
Additional paid time off
Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity & Paternity Leave Benefits
Career development and education opportunities within the company
Meal card contribution
Public transportation allowance
Premium private healthcare
Mental well-being program (iFeel)
Multisport Employee discounts
Personal Gaming Account
Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
Company events
Seniority Awards
Referral program - You can recommend the best talents to the company and receive a reward

Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.

About Wargaming

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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