Engine/Tools Developer (Unannounced Project)

1 Hour ago • 3 Years + • Game Engine

About the job

Summary

This role involves developing and maintaining in-house tools for a game development pipeline, including asset processing, content creation, debugging, and performance profiling. Collaboration with designers, programmers, and artists is crucial to streamline workflows and increase productivity. The position requires optimizing engine and tools code, contributing to engine system design, participating in code reviews, and solving complex technical challenges. The successful candidate will have strong C++ skills, game engine experience (Unreal Engine, Unity, or custom engines), and a solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and optimization techniques. This is a hybrid role (3 days/week in the Belgrade office).
Must have:
  • Strong C++ programming skills
  • 3+ years game dev experience
  • Game engine experience
  • Data structures & algorithm knowledge
  • Optimization techniques expertise
  • Collaboration skills
Good to have:
  • Scripting languages
  • Real-time engine profiling
  • Modern game engine architecture
  • Content creation pipeline optimization
  • Multiplayer/networked systems
Perks:
  • Additional vacation days
  • Trust days
  • Career development opportunities
  • English clubs
  • Premium health care
  • Mental well-being program
  • Commuting allowance
  • FitPass membership
  • Employee discounts
  • Personal gaming account
  • Office snacks
  • Company events
  • Seniority awards
  • Referral program
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Job Overview

We are looking for a skilled Engine/Tools Programmer to join our Belgrade-based team working on an exciting unannounced project. You will focus on building and optimizing tools and systems that empower our development team to create high-quality games more efficiently. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a fresh project while collaborating with passionate professionals in game development.

We seek someone with strong C++ programming skills, a deep understanding of game engine architecture, and at least 3 years of professional experience in game development. If you’re excited about creating cutting-edge tools and systems that improve the development pipeline, we’d love to hear from you!

What will you do?

  • Develop and maintain in-house tools to support the game development pipeline, including asset processing, content creation, debugging, and performance profiling tools.

  • Collaborate with designers, programmers, and artists to understand their needs and deliver solutions that streamline workflows and increase productivity.

  • Optimize the performance and memory usage of engine and tools code.

  • Contribute to the design and implementation of engine systems, ensuring they are scalable, flexible, and maintainable.

  • Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and design documentation to ensure high-quality solutions.

  • Solve complex technical challenges and improve development efficiency by addressing bottlenecks and other obstacles in the engine.

What are we looking for?

  • Strong C++ programming skills.

  • At least 3 years of professional experience in game development or engine programming.

  • Experience with modern game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity, or custom engines).

  • Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and performance optimization techniques.

  • Knowledge of content creation tools, asset pipelines, and development workflows.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

  • English language proficiency (B2 or higher).

What additional skills will help you stand out?

  • Familiarity with scripting languages.

  • Experience with real-time engine profiling and debugging tools.

  • Knowledge of modern game engine architecture and systems.

  • Experience with optimizing game content creation or asset management pipelines.

  • Understanding of multiplayer/networked systems.

Work Mode

  • Hybrid: 3 days per week in our Belgrade office.

Benefits

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

  • Additional Vacation days on top of the statutory minimum dependent on years of service with Wargaming Group
  • Up to 8 “Trust days” per calendar year that require no medical certificate 
  • Career development and education opportunities within the company
  • English clubs and platform for learning languages
  • Premium Private Health Care 
  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)
  • Commuting allowance
  • FitPass membership 
  • Employee 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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