Gameplay Programmer (C/C++)

TL;DR

Gameplay Programmer (C/C++): Implementing new ideas to make characters and their world feel more real and alive in best-selling, critically acclaimed games with an accent on collaborating across disciplines like Design and Animation. Focus on designing, implementing, and iterating on new and existing gameplay systems and enemy types.

Location: This is a hybrid position based in our studio in Santa Monica, CA.

Salary: $141,400–$176,700 USD

Company

hirify.global has been crafting best-selling, critically acclaimed games for nearly 40 years, pushing the boundaries of narrative, gameplay, and technology.

What you will do

• Work closely with Design and Animation teams to bring new gameplay features into the game.
• Collaborate with the team to design, implement, and iterate on new enemy types.
• Modify existing features and create new ones to support design needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years working in the video game industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent work experience.
• Solid math skills with emphasis on 3D math.
• Solid knowledge of C and C++ programming languages.
• Ability and drive to contribute to and advance all aspects of a game.

Nice to have

• Experience programming on enemies, including AI.
• Design or scripting experience in implementing enemies.
• Console programming experience.
• Passion for playing and developing exceptional games.
• Interest in crafting and iterating on moment-to-moment gameplay.

Culture & Benefits

• Committed to innovation within games and curated top creative and technically innovative minds.
• Welcomes diverse candidates, believing cultural and life experiences contribute to studio success.
• Opportunity to push the technical limits of video games.
• Collaborate with some of the best developers in the world.

Hiring process

• Candidates should expect to be given a technical interview.