Senior Gameplay Programmer - Unannounced Project
Job Summary
Job Description
Behaviour Interactive seeks a Senior Gameplay Programmer for an exciting AAA Unreal Engine 5 project. Responsibilities include developing, debugging, and optimizing gameplay code in C++, collaborating with cross-functional teams, implementing new and improving existing game mechanics, participating in code reviews, and rigorously testing new features. The ideal candidate possesses 6+ years of professional programming experience, proficiency with Unreal Engine 5 (at least 2 years), strong C++ skills, and online multiplayer game development experience. A strong understanding of NPC behaviours and AI systems is highly desired. The role involves working in a fast-paced, evolving environment and requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Must have:
- 6+ years gameplay programming experience
- Unreal Engine 5 proficiency (2+ years)
- Strong C++ skills
- Online multiplayer game experience
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills
Good to have:
- First/third-person shooter experience
5 skills required
Job Details
Are you ready to dive into the world of cutting-edge video game development? Headquartered in Montreal, Behaviour Interactive is at the forefront of the gaming industry, crafting unforgettable experiences across PC, console, and mobile platforms. We’re a dynamic, independent studio of over 1200 passionate employees, with studios in Toronto (Behaviour Toronto), Rotterdam (Behaviour Rotterdam) and in the UK (Behaviour UK–North & South). Our day to day revolves around two core business focuses: Services and Original Games. Our Services team collaborates with gaming and entertainment giants like Disney, Sony, Activision, and Nintendo, delivering exceptional work-for-hire development and pioneering immersive location-based entertainment (LBE). Meanwhile, our Original Games unit pushes our creative limits, with our signature IPs, including the iconic Dead by Daylight. Join us and be a part of the future of interactive entertainment!
At Behaviour Interactive, we believe in giving everyone a fair shot. We embrace a diverse and creative environment where everyone is celebrated. We value folks of all ages, sex, ethnicity, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, civil status, disability, or any other protected characteristics as per applicable law.
Join our dynamic team and become a key player in shaping gaming experiences. We're currently seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer to join our team.
As a Senior Gameplay Programmer, you'll be at the forefront of an exciting AAA Unreal5 project, implementing new gameplay mechanics and contribute to improving existing ones.
In this role you will:
- Develop clear, maintainable, and well-documented code that drives engaging gameplay features.
- Debug and optimize code at both low and high levels to ensure peak performance and quality.
- Evaluate and communicate the potential impact of code changes to ensure smooth project progress.
- Actively participate in code reviews, sharing feedback to elevate overall code quality.
- Collaborate within a cross-functional team to design and implement core game features.
- Test new features rigorously and offer suggestions for improvements and refinements.
What are we looking for:
- 6+ years of professional programming experience, with proven skills in gameplay programming.
- Proficiency with Unreal Engine 5 and at least 2 years of experience working with Unreal Engine.
- Strong grasp of C++ programming.
- Experience developing online multiplayer games.
- A proactive problem-solver who thrives on solving complex technical challenges.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Adaptability and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Strong interest in NPC behaviours and systems, desire to dig into AI systems.
- Experience developing first- or third-person shooter games.
Bonus Skills:
Rejoignez notre équipe dynamique et devenez un·e acteur·rice clé dans la conception des expériences de jeu. Nous recherchons actuellement un·e programmeur·se senior de jouabilité pour rejoindre notre équipe.
En tant que programmeur·se senior·e jouabilité, vous serez à l'avant-garde d'un projet AAA passionnant basé sur Unreal 5, mettant en œuvre de nouvelles mécaniques de jeu et contribuant à l'amélioration de celles existantes.
Prêt·e à plonger dans le monde du développement de jeux vidéo à la pointe de la technologie ? Basé à Montréal, Behaviour Interactif est un acteur majeur de l’industrie du jeu, créant des expériences inoubliables sur PC, console et mobile. On est un studio indépendant dynamique avec plus de 1200 employés passionnés, et on a des studios à Toronto (Behaviour Toronto), Rotterdam (Behaviour Rotterdam) et au Royaume-Uni (Behaviour UK–North & South). On se concentre sur deux grands axes : les Services et les Jeux Originaux. Notre équipe Services collabore avec des géants du jeu et du divertissement comme Disney, Sony, Activision et Nintendo, en offrant un développement sur commande de premier choix et en innovant dans le divertissement immersif en lieu fixe (LBE). Pendant ce temps, notre unité Jeux Originaux repousse les limites de notre créativité avec nos IPs emblématiques, comme le fameux Dead by Daylight. Rejoins-nous et fais partie de l'avenir du divertissement interactif !
Chez Behaviour Interactif, on croit en l’équité des chances pour tout le monde et on célèbre la diversité des personnes, des perspectives et des idées. C’est donc important pour nous de travailler avec des talents qui proviennent de tous les horizons, et ce, indépendamment de leur âge, sexe, ethnicité, couleur, origine ethnique ou nationale, religion, orientation sexuelle, identité de genre, statut familial, handicap ou toute autre caractéristique protégée par les lois applicables.
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About The Company
Behaviour Interactive is the largest Canadian gaming studio, with more than 1,300 employees worldwide. Behaviour is best known for its flagship franchise, the multiplayer survival horror game Dead by Daylight™, which has entertained over 50 million players across multiple platforms. The studio is currently expanding its portfolio of original IP with multiple projects, including the highly anticipated base building and raiding title Meet Your Maker™. Behaviour has also established itself as one of the world’s foremost providers of external development services. The company has partnered with many of the gaming industry’s leaders, including Microsoft, Sony, EA, Warner, Netflix, and Take-Two, among many others. Over 30 years, Behaviour has developed an unparalleled, award-winning culture. The company was named one of the Best Places To Work in Canada by GamesIndustry.biz, and has been recognized with Deloitte Canada’s Enterprise Fast 15 and Best Managed Company awards. Headquartered in Montreal, Behaviour has expanded its global presence with studios in Toronto (Behaviour Toronto), Seattle (Midwinter Entertainment), and the United Kingdom (Behaviour UK – North and Behaviour UK – South) and in Rotterdam (Behaviour Rotterdam). For more information, visit www.bhvr.com.
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