Senior Gameplay Programmer (World of Warships)

1 Month ago • 5 Years + • Game Design

Job Summary

Job Description

Wargaming seeks a Senior Gameplay Programmer for World of Warships in Belgrade. Responsibilities include creating new gameplay mechanics (weapons, game modes, events, matchmaking), developing solution architecture, collaborating with designers and other developers on AAA user experience, and improving the core gameplay codebase. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of commercial development experience, strong Python skills, system design experience, and a deep understanding of data structures and algorithms. The role involves working on a popular naval combat game enjoyed by millions globally.
Must have:
  • 5+ years commercial development experience
  • Strong Python skills
  • System design expertise
  • Data structures & algorithms knowledge
  • OOP understanding
  • Game industry desire
  • English B2+
Good to have:
  • Basic C/C++ knowledge
  • Math experience
  • Game engine experience
Perks:
  • 20+ days annual leave
  • Additional paid time off
  • Sick Leave Compensation
  • Maternity Leave Benefits
  • Premium Health Insurance
  • Career development opportunities
  • English clubs
  • Mental well-being program
  • Commuting allowance
  • Company events
  • FitPass membership
  • Employee discounts
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • Office snacks & canteen

Job Details

Job Overview

Wargaming is looking for a Senior Gameplay Programmer (Core Gameplay) to work on World of Warships in our Belgrade office.   

World of Warships is the best naval game around, letting you take the command of legendary warships from the period of the 20th century as you battle your way across the open sea with other players.   

The project is driven by a team of international developers who combine talent with their passion for video games, resulting in World of Warships being a favorite hobby for millions all around the globe with keeping its community ever-growing!   

What will you do?

  • Create new gameplay mechanics (weapons, game modes, events, matchmaking, etc.)
  • Develop a solution architecture
  • Collaborate with game designers, UI developers, sound designers in creating AAA user experience 
  • Develop and improve gameplay logic code base in Core gameplay 

What are we looking for?

  • At least 5 years of experience in commercial development   
  • Good knowledge of Python   
  • System design experience
  • Good knowledge of data structures and algorithms  
  • Understanding of OOP  
  • Ability to understand other people's code  
  • Desire to work in the gaming industry  
  • English – B2 and higher  

What additional skills will help you stand out?

  • Basic knowledge of С/С++  
  • Knowledge of Math’s  
  • Experience with game engines   

Work mode

Hybrid (3 days of work from the office)

Benefits

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

  • Annual leave of 20 working days (additional days based on years of service at Wargaming: up to 25 days)
  • Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
  • Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits  
  • Premium Private Health Insurance
  • Career development and education opportunities within the company
  • English clubs and platform for learning languages
  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)
  • Commuting allowance
  • Company events
  • FitPass membership
  • Discounts for employees
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
  • On-site canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks
  • 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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