Senior Engine Programmer (GameDev)

TL;DR

Senior Engine Programmer (GameDev): Shaping engine development and architecture for ambitious game features with an accent on maintaining holistic engine systems, supporting gameplay and design teams, and collaborating cross-disciplinarily. Focus on designing, implementing, and reviewing engine code in C++ for complex game mechanics.

Location: This is a permanent, full-time position based in Helsinki, Finland. A tailored immigration and relocation package to Finland is offered.

Company

Housemarque, a PlayStation Studios developer established in 1995, focuses on gameplay-first experiences with technical excellence and compelling narratives.

What you will do

• Shape engine development and architecture alongside the Technical Director.
• Maintain a holistic view of in-house engine systems.
• Support the needs of gameplay and design teams.
• Design, implement, and review engine code.
• Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Lead specific systems and adapt focus as development priorities evolve.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in professional game development.
• Deep technical knowledge of Unreal Engine or other major game engines.
• Experience in multithreading.
• Strong communication skills in spoken and written English.
• Ability to build understandable, stable, and elegant systems in C++.
• Motivation to find solutions that balance time, effort, and quality.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary, benefits, and healthcare.
• Nordic work-life balance.
• State-of-the-art studio facilities in downtown Helsinki.
• Freedom, flexibility, and openness in a collaborative culture.
• Brilliant, diverse, and empathetic colleagues.
• Access to PlayStation Studios collaboration, games, and more.