Lead Software Engineer - Automation (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Lead Software Engineer - Automation (Gamedev): Designing and executing advanced gameplay testing frameworks for AAA titles with an accent on CI/CD pipeline optimization and workflow acceleration. Focus on integrating AI and LLM-based tooling to enhance automation efficiency and streamline development lifecycles across global game studios.

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Company

hirify.global is a global video game publisher and developer responsible for world-class franchises including NBA hirify.global, BioShock, Borderlands, and Sid Meier’s Civilization.

What you will do

• Design, build, and evolve automated gameplay testing frameworks for high-profile projects.
• Identify and resolve developer friction points to streamline testing lifecycles.
• Partner with engineering, QA, and production teams to integrate shared automation services.
• Manage and scale high-concurrency CI/CD pipelines to ensure stable build delivery.
• Research and implement LLM-based tooling to accelerate development and automation workflows.

Requirements

• 6+ years of software engineering experience with a proven track record in tools or automation.
• 2+ years of experience with modern game engines like Unreal, Godot, or Unity.
• Expertise in at least one compiled language (C++, C#, Go, etc.) and one scripting language (Python, Bash).
• Deep experience scaling CI/CD systems like TeamCity, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.
• Strong background in the test pyramid, including unit, functional, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Demonstrated interest in applying LLMs to software delivery and automation tasks.

Nice to have

• Experience developing self-service tools for internal teams.
• Core game development experience in gameplay, systems, graphics, or physics.
• Familiarity with cloud-based infrastructure such as AWS.
• Deep knowledge of the Unreal Engine ecosystem (Blueprints, Horde, Gauntlet).
• Exposure to performance profiling and regression detection tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive work environment that encourages applicants to come as they are.
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading AAA gaming brands.
• Supportive culture for technical growth and peer mentorship.
• Access to global studio resources and diverse project teams.