Senior Gameplay Programmer

Gunfire Games is seeking a senior gameplay programmer for our upcoming titles. The senior gameplay programmer will work with the technical leadership to add features to our Unreal Engine 5 based codebase and fix bugs. The ideal candidate has a wealth of knowledge and experience as a gameplay programmer in the PC/console gaming industry, excellent C++ skills, a strong understanding of game design, and the ability to iterate and implement quickly without sacrificing quality. Required to be a self-starter, must be motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Write clean, maintainable, and robust C++ code for gameplay systems and mechanics

  • Implement features and tools from a provided design using Unreal Engine 5’s blueprinting system

  • Proactively identify in-game issues and optimize gameplay systems

  • Work closely with designers, artists, and animators

  • Document proprietary tools and systems

  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior programmers

REQUIREMENTS

  • Fluent in C++

  • Minimum of 5 year in a gameplay programmer role, 1+ at a senior level

  • Strong game design sensibilities

  • Must be able to adapt smoothly and efficiently to changes in project demands

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Must be legally able to work in the USA without employer sponsorship for an indefinite period of time

PLUSES

  • Shipped a AAA title, specifically on console platforms

  • Unreal experience

  • A computer science or related degree

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the hired applicant may be required to undertake additional tasks as may be reasonably expected to perform.

To apply, submit your application via email including the information below along with your resume to jobs@gunfiregames.com

  1. Name:

  2. Position applying for:

  3. Where did you first hear about/see this job listing? (Linkedin, Twitter, ArtStation, our website, etc.):

  4. Are you authorized to work in the US without sponsorship?:

  5. Links to portfolio if applicable:

  6. Any other information you’d like to include or would like us to know about you:

  7. Don’t forget to attach your resume!!

Gunfire Games LLC is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran’s status (including protected veterans, as may be required by federal law), sexual orientation or any other category protected by law.

Pay range: $105,000 - $135,000. Base pay offered will be based on candidate’s skills, experience, and other professional considerations.