Senior Systems Programmer - Engine & Tools Expert

ApplyMint; Denmark; On-site; DKK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Playdead in Copenhagen, Denmark, is seeking a Senior Systems Programmer to help build the core technologies required to ship high-performance, high-quality games. The role includes ownership of runtime in-game systems and developer tools, with influence across development and product quality.

You will work at our Copenhagen office and collaborate across disciplines, driving optimization and enabling a robust content pipeline. Strong C/C++, engine experience, and CS background are important.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant professional experience.
• 3+ years of experience with C/C++.
• Performance-minded development and optimization skills.
• Good problem identifying and solving skills.
• Great communication skills and ability to work effectively on shared projects.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimize low-level engine code and game systems.
• Create developer-facing tools for profiling or improving content pipelines.
• Work across disciplines and define your own goals and tasks.

Skills

C/C++

Engine development

Self-driven

Communication

Familiar with C#

Education

Formal computer science background

Job description

Playdead in Copenhagen, Denmark, is seeking a Senior Systems Programmer to help build the core technologies required to ship high-performance, high-quality games. The role includes ownership of runtime in-game systems and developer tools, with influence across development and product quality.

You will work at our Copenhagen office and collaborate across disciplines, driving optimization and enabling a robust content pipeline. Strong C/C++, engine experience, and CS background are important.