Senior Software Engineer (Game Development)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (Game Development): Developing and maintaining gameplay and AI features for Age of Empires using C++ on a custom engine with an accent on game and tool feature development. Focus on debugging, profiling, optimizing code, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Location: Must be located within Europe, preferably local to Málaga, Spain or working remotely in UK/EU time zones

Company

hirify.global is a global game services provider with a focus on game development and support, including the Forgotten Empires studio working on Age of Empires.

What you will do

• Work in a C++ codebase on a custom game engine.
• Maintain and develop gameplay and tool features.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on feature development.
• Debug, profile, and optimize game code regularly.
• Contribute as a generalist without a narrow specialization.

Requirements

• Must be located in Europe, preferably Málaga, Spain or UK/EU time zones for remote work.
• Proven senior experience in C++ programming.
• Experience working on RTS games professionally with at least one shipped title.
• Team collaboration experience.
• English proficiency at B2 level (conversational and written).
• Player or development experience with Age of Empires is a plus.
• Willingness to complete a technical test.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive employment packages tailored to individual circumstances.
• Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Supportive and creative team environment.