Senior Engine Programmer

4 Months ago • 5 Years + • Game Engine

Job Summary

Job Description

Abstraction seeks a Senior Engine Programmer to lead implementation of complex systems and mentor junior developers. Responsibilities include owning game features, leveraging the technology stack for innovation, shaping technical direction, and team growth. This involves designing and implementing systems, operating and monitoring production environments, mentoring junior team members, fostering continuous learning, collaborating across teams, challenging processes, contributing to decision-making, aligning work with technical strategy, and proactively identifying and mitigating project risks. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of game development or software engineering experience, proficiency in C++, low-level programming, and expertise in engine optimization for multi-platform projects (PC, consoles). Experience with Unreal Engine or a proprietary engine on at least 2 commercially released projects is required.
Must have:
  • 5+ years game dev experience
  • C++ and low-level programming proficiency
  • Engine optimization expertise
  • Unreal Engine or proprietary engine experience
  • Lead system implementation
  • Mentor junior developers

Job Details

Abstraction is a Dutch game development studio aiming to deliver cutting-edge game experiences. Specializing in both technically and creatively demanding projects, we have collaborated on renowned IPs like Halo, Dune, Mass Effect, and Baldur’s Gate. Our portfolio boasts over 60 titles, reflecting our commitment to quality and technical prowess. We're not just partners with industry giants such as BioWare/EA, 343/Microsoft, Funcom, Sega, and others; we're innovators in our field.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engine Programmer I to lead the implementation of complex systems and mentor junior developers.
In this role, you will take ownership of game features, while utilizing your deep knowledge of our technology stack to drive innovation. You will play a key role in shaping both the technical direction of the team and the growth of its members.

Role Impact


In this role, you'll be much more than your job title. You will:

  • Cultivate Collaboration: Enhance our team culture through active participation and open communication.

  • Ignite Innovation: Bring fresh, creative ideas that challenge conventional thinking.

  • Embody Our Values: Live our core values and inspire others by example.

  • Encourage Growth: Share your knowledge, fostering both individual and team development.

  • Champion Positive Change: Help steer our company towards impactful, industry-leading initiatives.

Your contribution will extend beyond tasks and targets; it's about making a lasting, positive difference in our workplace and community.

 

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of medium to large systems, ensuring they meet both functional and technical requirements.

  • Take ownership of operating and monitoring the system in the production environment; including creating plans to mitigate risks, outages and other issues.

  • Mentor and guide junior team members, accelerating their growth through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

  • Foster a culture of continuous learning by organizing workshops and training, encouraging skill development within the team.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and drive effective solutions.

  • Challenge existing team processes and contribute to decision-making, driving continuous improvement.

  • Align individual and team work with the overall technical strategy and goals, contributing feedback on the team's direction.

  •  Proactively identify potential risks in projects, assess their impact, and collaborate with the team to implement mitigation strategies.

 

Knowledge & Experience

  • 5+ years of experience in game development or software engineering, with a focus on engine systems and optimization for multi-platform projects (PC, consoles).

  • Proficiency in C++ and low-level programming, with proven expertise in developing, optimizing, and maintaining game engines.

  • Experience with performance profiling, memory management, and multi-threading techniques for improving engine efficiency and scalability.

  • Hands-on experience with Unreal Engine or a proprietary game engine, contributing to at least 2 commercially released projects.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment where all individuals, regardless of their background, are encouraged to thrive, and we empower all team members to bring their unique perspectives to the table. 

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