Engine and Tools Programmer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Engine and Tools Programmer (C/C++): Developing and maintaining an internal game engine and supporting tools for multi-platform titles with an accent on visual material authoring and physics systems. Focus on porting runtimes to new console platforms and implementing play-in-editor functionality for level editors.

Location: On-site or Hybrid in Toronto, ON (Canada) or Troy, NY (USA)

Salary: Mid level $85k-$130k, Senior level $105k-$150k (depending on location and currency CAD/USD)

Company

hirify.global is an independent game developer known for titles like Mario Kart Live and Knockout City, utilizing their own proprietary internal engine.

What you will do

• Build visual material authoring workflows, including code generation and node-graph editing.
• Implement play-in-editor support for the internal level editor.
• Port the client runtime to new console platforms.
• Develop and add new collision primitives to the physics system.
• Take ownership of several different systems within the codebase with a high degree of autonomy.

Requirements

• At least five years of professional experience working on game engines and tools in a multi-platform environment.
• Proven experience shipping major features written in C and/or C++.
• Demonstrated pattern of persistent, self-motivated exploration and deep curiosity.
• Must be based in or able to work on-site/hybrid in Toronto, ON or Troy, NY.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation package including potential annual bonuses.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays and flexible time-off benefits.
• Work environment emphasizing autonomy, trust, and collaborative decision-making with leadership.