C++ Programmer RTS Games (m/f/d)

Grimlore; München; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Grimlore in Munich, Germany is looking for a passionate C++ Programmer to join their team for current and future RTS game projects. The ideal candidate should have strong programming skills, experience with game engines, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members.

This role includes collaboration with various teams to enhance game features and workflows. The company values a positive attitude and is open to remote work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in C++.
• Experience with proprietary game engines.
• Familiarity with PC and Console development best practices.
• Proficient in both written and verbal communication with technical and non-technical developers.
• Experience in data-oriented design.
• Previous leadership/mentorship experience, or leadership interest and potential.
• Passion for real-time strategy and/or roleplaying games is welcomed.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• A positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Designers, Producers, Artists, and the Audio team to realize and surpass our vision of the game.
• Support Art and Gameplay features and create sustainable workflows.
• Understand and articulate the trade-offs between technical & design choices, and solve for the best player experience.
• Work with production staff and other leads to establish engineering tasks and subsequent schedule requirements.

Skills

C++ Programming

Game Engine Experience

PC and Console Development Practices

Communication Skills

Data-oriented Design

Leadership/Mentorship

Passion for RTS/RPG Games

Fluent English

Job description

Summary:

We are looking for a C++ Programmer for current and future RTS game projects. The ideal candidate is passionate about providing high-level direction, helping to organize time and priorities and is also willing to get their hands dirty with day-to-day development. You are a highly motivated Programmer in the video games industry who is also able to work through legacy code on its own and are very passionate about RTS/RPG games. Even more important for us are your soft skills. You are a tower of strength in tough times and you are patient with non-programmers and able to explain complex technical relationships in a simple way.

Some of your responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Designers, Producers, Artists, and the Audio team to realize and surpass our vision of the game
• Support Art and Gameplay features and create sustainable workflows
• Understand and articulate the trade-offs between technical & design choices, and solve for the best player experience
• Work with production staff and other leads to establish engineering tasks and subsequent schedule requirements across multiple disciplines of programming and technology

Desired qualifications:

• Strong programming skills in C++
• Experience with proprietary game engines
• Familiarity with PC and Console development best practices
• Proficient in both written and verbal communication with technical and non-technical developers
• Experience in data-oriented design
• Previous leadership/mentorship experience, or leadership interest and potential
• Passion for real-time strategy and/or roleplaying games is welcomed
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• A positive attitude

Additional Info:

• Remote Work is possible