Senior Java Gameplay Engineer (Minecraft)

TL;DR

Senior Java Gameplay Engineer (Java/C++): Driving technical solutions and implementing new and existing gameplay systems and features for upcoming Minecraft updates with an accent on quality processes and sustainable development workflows. Focus on providing technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and resolving complex issues across large cross-platform codebases.

Location: Hybrid in Stockholm, Sweden. Must be currently residing within Sweden.

Company

hirify.global is a Microsoft-owned game developer, best known as the creators of Minecraft, aiming to build a better world through the power of play.

What you will do

• Drive technical solutions discussions, implement, test, and iterate on new and existing Gameplay systems and features for Minecraft updates.
• Be involved in design discussions related to the core Minecraft experience.
• Own and refine the quality process within the team.
• Collaborate within a highly collaborative cross-functional team, including Java and C++ engineers, game designers, QA, and artists.
• Support the team by ensuring sustainable development processes and workflows.
• Lead by example and mentor other engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Provide technical leadership during code reviews across teams to understand and resolve issues.

Requirements

• Excellent teamwork skills and eagerness to reach goals collaboratively.
• Solid experience with Java programming or Java game development.
• Experience in modern C++.
• Experience and strong drive in helping to design gameplay and its underlying systems, implementing quality-focused technical solutions.
• Solid knowledge of engineering practices.
• Ability to work with large cross-platform and legacy codebases.
• Passion for learning and sharing knowledge.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Passion for games.
• Must be currently residing within Sweden.
• English: B2 required.

Culture & Benefits

• Join a cross-functional team working on a game enjoyed by over 100,000,000 players worldwide.
• Work in an environment that enables leveraging knowledge and values to maintain a healthy and collaborative culture.
• Opportunity to collaborate with studio colleagues in Redmond, USA, potentially involving off-hour meetings.
• Part of Xbox Game Studios, offering unique opportunities to grow and develop.
• Work in an amazing studio space situated by Söder Mälarstrand, Stockholm, filled with tools, toys, and caffeine.