Senior Gameplay Programmer

4 Months ago • 5 Years + • Game Programmer

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Gameplay Programmer at Housemarque, you'll be a key member of the team behind Returnal, responsible for architecting and implementing robust gameplay systems. You'll collaborate closely with designers and animators, prototyping new ideas and ensuring high-quality code. Responsibilities include defining coding practices, conducting code reviews, and mentoring junior team members. You'll contribute to the technical excellence of the studio's next big game, working within a collaborative and supportive environment that emphasizes a Nordic work-life balance. The role demands a strong understanding of action game design and excellent C++ skills, with experience in Unreal Engine.
Must have:
  • 5+ years game programming experience
  • Shipped game as gameplay programmer
  • Excellent C++ skills
  • Unreal Engine familiarity
  • Action gameplay design understanding
  • Teamwork & self-management
Perks:
  • Competitive salary & benefits
  • Relocation package
  • Nordic work-life balance
  • Collaborative culture
  • Access to PlayStation Studios resources

Job Details

OUR STUDIO

At Housemarque, we believe gameplay always comes first. With technical excellence and compelling narrative, spiced with our trademark neon flair and top-notch audiovisual feedback, we want our players to always feel actively engaged with the worlds we have created for them.

Our latest Award-Winning game Returnal, released on PS5 in 2021, embraces all these qualities. THIS is our DNA!

We value Nordic work-life balance by growing sustainably and ensuring our employees have the time and means to develop personally and professionally during work time.

We were established in 1995 with strong roots in the Finnish demoscene. In June 2021 we joined the PlayStation Studios, after years of partnership.

If you wish to join us for our next journey, apply today!

Housemarque is looking for a Senior Gameplay Programmer for our next big game!

THE JOB

As a Senior Gameplay Programmer of the talented and passionate gameplay team behind RETURNAL you will work closely with a team of programmers, designers and artists to help drive the next evolution of Housemarque games.

As a Senior Gameplay Programmer your main responsibilities are architecting and implementing robust gameplay systems, as well as prototyping new gameplay ideas in close collaboration with designers and animators, to help us deliver award-winning gameplay. You will participate in the defining of coding practices and standards, and undertake code reviews to ensure these are followed. You will also be supporting other programmers and designers by providing technical mentorship and constructive feedback. In addition, your responsibilities within the team can be tailored to match your skills and interests.

Our Key Development Principles

  • Technical Excellence: deliver high quality solutions and systems.

  • Frictionless Development: fast iteration, stable builds and reliable tools.

  • Stop and Fix: fix problems quickly, adjusting schedules if needed.

What will your day-to-day look like?

  • Collaborate with the wider team to understand requirements for game designs and develop appropriate specifications.

  • Build and maintain high-quality C++ code.

  • Work closely with designers and animators to deliver high-quality features together.

  • Estimate work, track progress and shape roadmaps.

  • Contribute to establishing best coding practices and standards, and conducting code reviews to maintain code quality and consistency.

  • Learn new skills and develop as a professional.

What will help you to be successful in this role?

  • 5+ years of experience working as a programmer in the games industry.

  • At least one shipped game working as a game/gameplay programmer.

  • Excellent C++ skills.

  • Familiarity with commercial game engines, particularly Unreal Engine.

  • A strong understanding of action gameplay design.

  • Experience working in a multi-discipline team, with both technical and non-technical members.

  • Independence and self-management.

  • Fluent written and verbal English.

  • Proactive & curious mindset.

  • Passion in video games.

What we offer to you?

  • Competitive salary, benefits, healthcare, Nordic work-life balance

  • Tailored immigration and relocation package to help you get settled into Finland

  • A warm and welcoming atmosphere at our cozy Helsinki office

  • Freedom, flexibility and openness in a collaborative culture

  • Brilliant, diverse and empathetic colleagues to work with

  • Exciting and ambitious projects executed with the best tools

  • Access to Playstation Studios collaboration, games and more!

This is a permanent, full-time position based in Helsinki, Finland

Please note that due to the year-end holiday break we won’t be processing applications until January 7th.


Equal Opportunity Statement

Housemarque is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to a culture of inclusion and mutual respect for all employees from every walk of life, reflecting the community we make games for. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race and ethnicity, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity.

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About The Company

Founded in 1995 and based in Helsinki, Housemarque is the longest-standing game studio in Finland. We have a track record of 25+ years of developing top-notch games with focus on tight gameplay, impeccable audiovisual execution, and technical excellence. We are a perfect workplace for talented people with interest in self-development and big passion for games. We are a part of PlayStation Studios and our latest game Returnal was released on PlayStation 5 in 2021.

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