Senior Engine Programmer

1 Month ago • 4 Years + • Game Engine

Job Summary

Job Description

Activision is seeking a Senior Engine Programmer to join their team in Warsaw, Poland or Malmö, Sweden (hybrid). This role involves optimizing engine systems for performance and scalability, improving the technology stack for next-gen development, collaborating with stakeholders to translate creative ideas into software, and fostering a culture of technical excellence. Responsibilities include maintaining and optimizing engine systems, improving the technology stack, working with stakeholders, and collaborating with peers. The ideal candidate will possess 4+ years of professional programming experience, strong proficiency in C/C++, a thorough understanding of 3D math and data structures, and expertise in multiple engine areas (animation, UI/UX, etc.). Experience contributing to shipped AAA games is required.
Must have:
  • 4+ years professional programming experience
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++
  • 3D math, data structures, algorithmic solutions expertise
  • AAA game contribution
  • Engine system optimization
  • Collaboration with stakeholders
Good to have:
  • Recognition in field(s) of expertise
  • Experience in quest design, environment art, etc.

Job Details

Job Title:

Senior Engine Programmer

Requisition ID:

R024311

Job Description:

Position available in Warsaw, Poland or Malmö, Sweden (On-Site Hybrid)
 

Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for a Senior Engine Programmer to join our team and help shape the foundation of our next-generation AAA experiences on our new IP. 
 
In this role, you will drive innovation and optimize our engine systems and workflows, focusing on performance, scalability, and rapid iteration. You will collaborate closely with engineers and content creators to deliver cutting-edge tools and solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible in gaming. 

 

As an individual contributor on the project, you’ll help take the studio and our game from great to even better—with a focus on inclusivity, mutual respect (for ourselves and our players), thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration.   

  
You’ll help us by…  

  • Maintaining and optimizing engine systems with focus on performance and scalability. 

  • Improving our technology stack for next-gen development and future platforms. 

  • Working with stakeholders to translate creative ideas into software. 

  • Collaborate with peers, fostering a culture of learning and technical excellence. 

 

You are awesome because you have…  

  • 4+ years as a professional programmer or a combination of education and relevant experience. 

  • Strong proficiency in C/C++, with a solid understanding of 3D math, common data structures, and algorithmic solutions. 

  • Thorough understanding of common data structures and algorithmic solutions. 

  • Expertise in multiple areas such as animation, UI/UX, visual effects, tools, AI, online systems, physics, rendering, vehicles, portability, extensibility, or testability.    

  • In-depth understanding of modular architecture, event-driven systems, design patterns, and object-oriented programming principles.     

  • Ability to work effectively with both internally and externally developed codebases. 

  • A knack for writing clean, readable, portable, reliable, and optimized code. 

  • A proven track record of contributing to one or more shipped AAA games. 

Bonus points for…  

  • Recognition in your field(s) of expertise. 

  • Experience in adjacent disciplines such as quest design, environment art, programming, etc.  

  

Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.  

 

Our World   

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We are driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences. 

  

We are not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we are forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.  

  

We are in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.  

  

Ready to Activate Your Future? 

#elsewhere 

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Founded in 1979, Activision continues to disrupt the world of entertainment with its extensive roster of epic blockbuster games -- Pitfall®, Tony Hawk®, Guitar Hero®, Crash Bandicoot™, Skylanders™, Bungie’s Destiny and Call of Duty.®


As the leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products on consoles, mobile and PC, our “press start” is simple: delight players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.


Activision is headquartered in Santa Monica, and publishes globally in markets including U.S., Canada, Brazil, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Poland, Sweden, Spain, Denmark, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, mainland China, Hong Kong and the region of Taiwan.


At Activision, we strive to connect and engage our global player community through entertainment. Our success comes from the passionate, talented and diverse team of people behind our world-class franchises. Ensuring Activision is an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive will help us deliver a new era of epic entertainment for our players.

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