HISTORYInitially a developer for the OS/2 platform, Stardock was founded in 1991 and incorporated in 1993 as “Stardock Systems.” We grew to become a leader in development for Windows® customization software that lets you modify or extend your graphical user interface like Fences® , Start10™, Deskscapes™, among others. A long time lover of games, CEO Brad Wardell also devotes the company’s time to producing PC games in the 4X and RTS genre. Our most noted titles include Galactic Civilizations® (I, II, III), Sins of a Solar Empire® : Rebellion, Ashes of the Singularity™: Escalation, Sorcerer King™, and more.Headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Stardock employees people worldwide and continues to specialize in consumer software development and publishing.FOR MORE INFORMATIONVisit www.stardock.com and follow @Stardock

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Stardock is seeking a talented Associate Game Developer proficient in C++ to build and maintain gameplay systems for their strategy games.  Responsibilities include designing data-driven systems, writing technical documentation, collaborating with production and QA teams, and addressing bugs.  Ideal candidates are passionate gamers with prior game development experience (school projects, mods, etc.), strong C++ skills, and a self-motivated problem-solving approach.  The role requires proficiency in version control and the ability to adapt quickly within a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time, salaried position at their Plymouth, Michigan office.

Game Developer (Unreal Engine)

<div class="BambooRichText jss-f629">Are you an avid gamer interested in creating awesome games? Stardock is currently seeking a talented Associate Game Developer to create gameplay systems in cutting edge games. The ideal candidate is well versed in C++, has created games in the past, and loves strategy games. This is a salaried, full-time position at our Plymouth, Michigan office.
 
Primary Responsibilities Include:
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<li>Build and maintain gameplay systems in modern C++</li>
<li>Write technical documents describing the implementation of gameplay systems.</li>
<li>Create data-driven systems that enable quick gameplay iteration.</li>
<li>Work closely with production and QA to address bugs.</li>
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Education and/or Experience Desired:
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<li>Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or relevant field.</li>
<li>Well-developed school or side project and/or interesting mod work preferred.</li>
<li>Solid understanding and proficiency in C++.</li>
<li>Passion for games and game design.</li>
<li>Self-motivated and loves solving problems.</li>
<li>Able to learn new technology quickly and execute on a schedule in a fast-paced cross-discipline team environment.</li>
<li>Familiar with version control software (e.g. Perforce, SVN, etc.)</li>
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