Studio Wildcard was founded in 2014 by industry veterans Jeremy Stieglitz and Jesse Rapczak, with the mission of bringing AAA quality to ambitious indie productions designed for core gamers. With countless years of combined industry experience across multiple independent and studio-backed titles, Wildcard's core team continues to grow, with offices in Redmond, WA and Gainesville, FL including distributed team members across multiple continents.

Studio Wildcard

Senior Gameplay Programmer

Technical Artist

Senior VFX Artist - Remote or On Site

Engine Programmer

Studio Wildcard seeks a Senior Gameplay Programmer to contribute to the development of ARK Survival Ascended.  Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and improving gameplay systems and development tools for artists and designers.  Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.  The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of experience in game development with at least one shipped title, advanced understanding of gameplay systems and Unreal Engine 4.  Experience with UI implementation and a degree in computer science are considered pluses. The role involves creating high-impact work within the expanding ARK franchise, building upon beloved community features with the latest technologies.

<div class="BambooRichText jss-f941">Studio Wildcard - Redmond, WA or Remote
Open role:
Senior Gameplay Programmer
 
We're Studio Wildcard, developers of the smash indie hit ARK: Survival Evolved -- one of the most popular and original video games in recent years. Despite our massive success, we've been able to stay independent, so that we can steer our own future in games and beyond. There's never been a better time for you to join this adventure and help us build ARK Survival Ascended, the next chapter of our original hit franchise! We're expanding and updating many of the ARK community's most beloved features while taking full advantage of the latest tools and technologies.
And now we're searching for an exceptionally talented and passionate Senior Gameplay Programmer who can create high-impact work for the expanding ARK franchise.
 
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Design, write, and implement gameplay systems and development tools for artists and designers</li>
<li>Work with cross-discipline team members to improve existing tools and determine new solutions</li>
</ul>
 
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in game development as a gameplay programmer with at least 1 shipped title.</li>
<li>Advanced understanding of gameplay systems, pipelines, and tools.</li>
<li>Strong self-motivation and willingness to participate in many areas of game development</li>
<li>Experience using the Unreal 4 Engine</li>
</ul>
 
Pluses:
<ul>
<li>Degree in computer science or a related field</li>
<li>Experience with implementing UI features from concept to finish</li>
<li>Shipped title using the Unreal 4 Engine</li>
</ul>
 
Required Application Materials:
<ul>
<li>Resume</li>
<li>Cover Letter which should include
<ul>
<li>Why you are interested in working for Studio Wildcard</li>
<li>What games you are currently playing</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
 
About Studio Wildcard
Studio Wildcard was founded in 2014 by industry veterans Jeremy Stieglitz and Jesse Rapczak, with the mission of bringing AAA quality to ambitious indie productions designed for core gamers. With countless years of combined industry experience across multiple independent and studio-backed titles, Wildcard's core team continues to grow, with offices in Redmond, WA, and Gainesville, FL including distributed team members across multiple continents.
 
Equal Opportunity Employer Wildcard is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws, regulations or ordinances. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to disability during the application or the recruiting process, please let us know.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
Pay Transparency Information The expected annual base pay range(s) for this position vary based on a variety of factors, which include: (but aren't limited to) skills, competencies, qualifications, knowledge, and experience. Each pay range is only relevant to those residing in WA state and can vary based on geographical location.&nbsp;
 
Wildcard Benefits We pay 100% of all premiums for the employee and discounted rates for dependent premiums. Our coverage includes Medical (5 different plans to choose from), Dental, Vision, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401(k) option, 100% covered Parental Leave, PTO, Paid Holidays, Unlimited Sick Time, and FSA/ HSA options</div>