Senior Gameplay Programmer

1 Week ago • 10 Years + • Game Programmer

Job Summary

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED seeks a Senior Gameplay Programmer for Project Orion, a Cyberpunk franchise game built in Unreal Engine 5. Responsibilities involve collaborating with designers and animators, building and maintaining robust gameplay systems for both single-player and multiplayer modes, writing optimized and bug-free C++ code, and defining/managing the core character ability system. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of game programming experience, strong C++ and Unreal Engine proficiency, creative problem-solving skills, and excellent communication in a multicultural environment. Strong multi-threaded programming and multiplayer experience are vital.
Must have:
  • 10+ years game programming experience
  • Strong C++ and Unreal Engine skills
  • Multiplayer experience
  • Excellent communication
  • Build and maintain gameplay systems
  • Optimized, bug-free code
Good to have:
  • Shipped Unreal-based project for consoles
  • Experience with GAS
Perks:
  • Company-paid healthcare (dental, vision, mental)
  • Paid leave (20 days/year)
  • 401k with employer matching
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Flexible working hours
  • Trainings and courses
  • Company merch
  • Dog-friendly office

Job Details

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay Programmer to join our team to work on Project Orion, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077 and the next major video game in the Cyberpunk franchise. 

In this role you will collaborate with our team working in Unreal Engine 5 to build new mechanics and features to generate compelling gameplay. You’ll be in charge of defining, building, and maintaining the core system of character ability management.

Daily Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with designers and animators to fulfill the vision of the game
  • Build and maintain solid and flexible gameplay systems that work in both single-player and multiplayer.
  • Write high-quality code that is optimized, bug-free, and aligned with project goals.

Qualifications

  • At least 10 years of professional experience as a programmer within the games industry.
  • Strong proficiency in C++ programming and knowledge of Unreal Engine.
  • Ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome technical challenges and drive innovation in technology.
  • Strong multiplayer experience.
  • Knowledge of game engine architecture and algorithms.
  • Strong multi-threaded programming skills.
  • Excellent communication skills: We have a multilingual and multicultural working environment and the ability to communicate across language and time zone barriers is essential.
  • A passion for games.

Nice to have:

(Please note that these skills are not required to apply for the position)

  • Shipped at least one Unreal-based project for Xbox, PlayStation consoles.
  • Experience using GAS

Additional Information

This job can be hybrid/in-office from Boston or fully remote from anywhere in USA or Canada. 

Health & Well-being

  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
  • Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
  • No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
  • 401K with employer matching.
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
  • Merch — regular chances to nab some cool swag!
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

  • Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
  • Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.

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About The Company

CD PROJEKT RED is home to over 1000 game-making professionals from all over the globe. We speak many different languages, but share one love — video games.


We are creators of The Witcher series of games, including the acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Most recently, we have created Cyberpunk 2077 and its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty.


We are headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, with studios in Cracow and Wroclaw. In North America, we operate in Vancouver and will be opening a new studio in Boston to drive development on the followup to Cyberpunk 2077. 


We’re proud to have a gamer-first approach, a diverse & supportive culture, and a focus on mature, meaningful storytelling that will inspire gamers for years to come.


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