This role involves proposing, implementing, and owning gameplay features, collaborating with the PCF Framework team, and ensuring performance. The Senior Gameplay Programmer will work closely with designers to define requirements, prototype, code, test, and debug complex gameplay systems, and iterate on features. They will also profile and optimize implemented features, identify and refactor inefficient code, and stay informed of industry best practices.
Good To Have:- Experience with other programming languages.
- Experience working on consoles such as PS4 and Xbox One.
- Experience working on multiplayer games.
- Experience with profiling and optimizations.
- BS (or higher) in Computer Science or similar discipline (Physics, Math, EE, etc.).
Must Have:- Propose, implement and own tasks and features in a timely fashion.
- Provide regular updates to the production.
- Collaborate with PCF Framework to integrate, contribute and develop shared components.
- Consider the performance of the work.
- Breakdown tasks, update progress, ask questions and raise issues to relevant stakeholders.
- Work closely with Principal and project Architect to implement high quality features and code.
- Proactively participate in code reviews.
- Collaborate with Designers to establish gameplay feature requirements.
- Propose solutions to features that are both fun and technically sound.
- Prototype, Code, Test and Debug complex gameplay features and systems.
- Iterate on gameplay features in collaboration with Designers.
- Profile and optimize implemented features.
- Identify and refactor inefficient or outdated features.
- 6+ years experience working in console / PC games.
- Involved in the production cycle of at least 1 title.
- Excellent primary programming language skills (C++).
- Good knowledge of Source Control and Code Review tools (Swarm, Perforce, Git).
- Good knowledge of Project Management Software (JIRA, Confluence).
- Strong 3D math knowledge.
- Strong knowledge of AI, physics, animation or gameplay code in general.
- Ability to write solid, reliable, efficient code.
- Good Unreal Engine knowledge.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
Perks:- Private medical healthcare including dental treatment for PCF members and their families (Signal Iduna).
- MultiSport card for you and your family members or friends.
- Free library with a wide range of games and books you have unlimited access to.
- In-company Polish and English language classes.
- Fresh fruit, snacks, and beverages for everyone in the office.
- Flexible working hours.
- Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions are included in the plan for members and their dependents.
- Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
- Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.