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 their next big game, working closely with programmers, designers, and artists. Your responsibilities will include architecting and implementing robust gameplay systems, prototyping new ideas, defining coding practices, conducting code reviews, and mentoring junior team members. You will collaborate on game design requirements, build and maintain C++ code, and work with designers and animators to deliver high-quality features. Estimating work, tracking progress, and contributing to roadmaps are also crucial aspects of the role. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in game programming, proven skills in C++, familiarity with Unreal Engine, and a strong understanding of action gameplay design.
Must have:
  • 5+ years game programming experience
  • Excellent C++ skills
  • Unreal Engine familiarity
  • Action gameplay design understanding
  • Multi-discipline team experience
Perks:
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Relocation package
  • Nordic work-life balance
  • Collaborative culture
  • Access to PlayStation Studios resources

Job Details

Why PlayStation?

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.

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:

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. 

PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

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