Senior Software Engineer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior Software Engineer (C++ / Gamedev): Developing and improving core gameplay systems for a AAA real-time strategy title with an accent on simulation, unit behaviors, and system stability. Focus on modernizing legacy C++ codebases, ensuring multiplayer determinism, and optimizing performance for high-load RTS gameplay.

Location: Remote within Canada (Pacific time overlap required)

Salary: $125,000 - $155,000 a year

Company

hirify.global is an independent game studio focused on creating high-quality projects across multiple genres and platforms.

What you will do

• Design and implement core RTS gameplay features including unit behaviors, combat interactions, and movement systems using C++.
• Build scripted gameplay content, objectives, and progression logic for missions and campaigns.
• Develop modular, data-driven systems to ensure determinism, multiplayer stability, and save/load reliability.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and QA to prototype features and tune the overall game feel.
• Optimize CPU and memory performance while reducing technical debt in a large legacy codebase.
• Provide technical leadership through code reviews and mentoring peers.

Requirements

• 6+ years of professional software development experience in C++, preferably in the games industry.
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience shipping at least one commercial game with significant contributions to gameplay or engine systems.
• Ability to independently own medium-to-large features from design through polish and support.
• Must be based in Canada.
• Ability to overlap with Pacific Time.

Nice to have

• Experience with RTS, simulation-heavy, or tactics games.
• Knowledge of AI systems such as behavior trees, state machines, or utility systems.
• Familiarity with multiplayer networking, including lockstep simulation and synchronization.
• Experience working on live, remastered, or long-running titles.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-friendly work environment within Canada.
• Opportunity to work on an iconic AAA RTS title.
• Creative-fueled environment aimed at long-term career growth.