Lead Gameplay Programmer

7 days ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Netflix Full time

About Us:

We're a global leader in entertainment, with a diverse portfolio of content across TV series, films, and games. Our team is passionate about creating engaging experiences that captivate audiences worldwide.

The Role:

We're seeking a skilled Senior Gameplay Engineer to join our team, responsible for designing and developing gameplay mechanics that define the player experience in our upcoming titles.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate closely with the design team to understand gameplay objectives and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Iterate with design to ensure those technical solutions 'feel' right.
  • Optimize and maintain existing gameplay systems to ensure fluid and engaging player experiences.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers, sharing your expertise in gameplay development.
  • Identify technical challenges and propose innovative solutions to overcome them.
  • Debug and resolve gameplay-related issues, ensuring high-quality and bug-free gameplay experiences.

Requirements:

To excel in this role, you'll need:

  • A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • 7+ years of professional experience in gameplay development.
  • High proficiency with Unity.
  • Two or more published games for mobile, consoles, or desktop platforms.
  • Significant experience with C#.

Salary:$140,000 - $180,000 per year



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