Senior Programmer (Game Development)

TL;DR

Senior Programmer (Game Development): Developing and improving game systems and engine code in C++ for premium sports titles with an accent on performance optimization, bug fixing, and engine problem analysis. Focus on designing new systems, coordinating with production, and maintaining high-quality game engine code in an on-site Melbourne studio.

Location: On-site in Melbourne, Australia with required working rights; no visa sponsorship available

Company

hirify.global Studios is one of Australia's oldest and largest game developers, specializing in premium sports titles with studios in Melbourne and Adelaide.

What you will do

• Design and implement new game systems and improve existing ones using C++
• Manage programming tasks and coordinate with the production team
• Fix bugs and maintain the hirify.global Engine code base
• Analyze and resolve game engine issues such as load times, memory usage, and performance

Requirements

• Must have working rights in Australia; no visa sponsorship available
• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years programming experience, preferably in game development
• Strong knowledge of C++ and basic engine/middleware understanding
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Nice to have

• Experience with current generation consoles (PS4, Xbox One)
• Experience with scripting languages such as Lua or Python
• Strong debugging skills

Culture & Benefits

• Central Melbourne location with daily lunches and public transport support
• Professional development support
• Inclusive and diverse work environment