Senior Gameplay Programmer (Steel Hunters)

4 Months ago • 4-8 Years • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Senior Gameplay Programmer needed for Steel Hunters, a free-to-play mech shooter game developed by Wargaming. Responsibilities include developing gameplay features and systems in Unreal Engine 5, collaborating with art, design, and backend teams, prototyping gameplay ideas with designers, mentoring junior programmers, and driving tech improvements. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in networked multiplayer game development, solid C++ skills, and Unreal Engine 4/5 experience. The role involves close collaboration in a cross-disciplinary team and requires excellent communication skills.
Must have:
  • Extensive networked multiplayer game dev experience
  • Solid C++ skills
  • Unreal Engine 4/5 experience
  • Mentoring/management skills
  • PC and console development experience
Good to have:
  • Experience with highly distributed teams
  • Live free-to-play game service operation
  • AI, physics, networking, optimization experience
Perks:
  • Up to 8 Trust days
  • Career development opportunities
  • Meal allowance
  • Premium health care
  • Mental well-being program
  • Perks discounts platform
  • Personal gaming account
  • Office snacks
  • Company events
  • Seniority awards
  • Referral program

Job Details

Job Overview

Join the Steel Hunters team, the newly announced free-to-play mech shooter game, by Wargaming, one of the biggest publishers of free-to-play games in the world.

This strategic and tactical game in unreal Engine 5, blends mech hero combat with Battle Royale and Extraction gameplay in a rich, futuristic setting, where players fight over a rare resource called Starfall. Each Hunter comes with its own abilities and progression paths, setting the stage for intense, memorable battles. For more information: https://www.youtube.com/@SteelHuntersOfficial


The role will involve working on gameplay systems. You will work alongside the gameplay programming team, your lead and designers to implement various gameplay features.

The candidate will have to be a hardworking motivated team player who is able to work within a multidisciplinary team of developers in a global community, to create and be responsible for the crucial communication between player and game, to both share your hard-earned knowledge and continue to develop your skill set by learning from your teammates.

Reports to

The Senior Gameplay Programmer reports to the Lead Programmer

What will you do?

  • Develop gameplay features and systems for a free-to-play UE5 based PC game, in close collaboration with other disciplines (art, design, backend etc.)
  • Prove out gameplay ideas by working with designers during the prototype stage to hone the gameplay.
  • Work closely with your lead to mentor and train the other programmers on the team. Review and feedback on their work.
  • Be the vanguard for improvements in the tech department.

What are we looking for?

  • Extensive experience developing networked multiplayer games in the industry.
  • Solid C++ skills.
  • Solid mentoring/management skills.
  • Unreal Engine 4/5 development experience.
  • PC and current gen console development experience.
  • Loves working in cross-discipline feature teams.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

What additional skills will help you stand out?

  • Experience working with highly distributed teams
  • Experience operating a live free-to-play game service
  • Familiarity with multiple areas of code; including AI, physics, networking, optimization, etc

Work mode

Hybrid

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Vilnius include:

  • Up to 8 “Trust days” per calendar year that require no medical certificate 
  • Career development and education opportunities within the company
  • Meal Allowance
  • Premium Private Health Care 
  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)
  • Perks discounts platform (over 450 exclusive discounts)
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
  • Company events 
  • Seniority Awards  
  • Referral program - You can recommend the best talents to the company and receive a reward  
Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.

About Wargaming 

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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About The Company

Wargaming is a company with a rich history and a bright future. Founded in 1998, we have grown from a small team of passionate gamers into a global leader in the gaming industry. Our focus has always been on creating immersive and engaging experiences for our players, and we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of gaming.


But our success is not just limited to our games. We are also committed to giving back to the community and making a positive impact on the world. We have established a number of initiatives to support education, technology, and the arts, and we are always looking for new ways to make a difference.


So if you are a talented and ambitious individual looking to make a real impact in the gaming industry, Wargaming is the place for you. Join us, and be a part of something truly special. 

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