Senior Gameplay Programmer - M/F/NB - Beyond Good & Evil 2

Ubisoft; Montpellier; Hybride; EUR 45 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global gaming company is seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer in Montpellier to enhance gameplay experience and collaborate with various teams. The ideal candidate will have strong C++ skills and a solid background in game production. This role offers a permanent, full-time contract with a hybrid work model to ensure work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Senior profile with proactive ownership of topics.
• Strong collaboration skills across disciplines.
• Ability to handle system-level gameplay topics.

Responsabilités

• Responsible for quality and development of gameplay systems.
• Research and propose innovative tools to enhance player experience.
• Collaborate with designers and artists to align needs.

Connaissances

C++

Gameplay programming

3D constraints and techniques

AI

Strong video game culture

Description du poste

Job Description

Beyond Good & Evil 2 is an action‑adventure open world game set in a captivating space opera universe and the direct prequel to the 2003 cult classic. Based on a breakthrough technology driven by the proprietary Voyager engine, Beyond Good & Evil 2 aims to offer a seamless experience of exploration and space piracy across a solar system full of exotic locations, colourful characters and mysteries to uncover, solo or with friends. So, if you are ready for an adventure like no other, come join forces with us to build System 3!

Why We Need You

You’re joining the GPP team to strengthen our Gameplay activity.

What You’ll Do

You’ll take ownership of various, often cross‑disciplinary topics and become a point of reference for team members. As a Senior Gameplay Programmer, you ensure the proper functioning, quality, and evolution of gameplay systems, while collaborating with all disciplines (LD, art, tech, QA, design). You provide an expert, pragmatic, and player‑oriented perspective.

Responsibilities

In practice, you will:

• Be responsible for the quality of existing systems and develop new ones
• Contribute to the architecture, design, and implementation of Gameplay code
• Research and propose innovative tools and techniques to enhance the player experience
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and technical specialties to align needs and constraints
• Challenge design intentions to achieve coherent, robust, and fun gameplay
• Ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices within the team
• Write and maintain clear, up‑to‑date technical documentation
• Support the team, share your expertise, and help everyone grow

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

A senior profile, comfortable owning topics from A to Z, who moves forward proactively, communicates clearly, and actively seeks out information. You know how to navigate across disciplines and guide needs toward convergence. You’re a generalist, adaptable, and able to handle system‑level gameplay topics, game formats, AI, or 3C, as well as more exploratory work.

Key Skills for This Role

• Strong command of C++, with bonus points for experience in node‑based scripting
• Gameplay programming with substantial experience in video game production
• Understanding of 3D constraints and techniques
• Solid foundations in 3C, AI, state machines, behaviour trees, and game engines
• Sensitivity to game design and animation, narrative, or art
• Experience on PC, next‑gen consoles, or innovative platforms
• Strong video game culture
• Rigor, autonomy, clear communication, and natural collaboration
• Knowledge of gameplay replication systems is a plus

What Will Make You Successful

Proactivity and Information Seeking

You systematically clarify ambiguous areas, quickly identify the right stakeholders, and request the information you need without waiting. You communicate the progress of your work and immediately flag dependencies or blockers.

Collaboration and Ease Working With Other Disciplines

You adapt your communication style to the expertise of each team member and facilitate mutual understanding between disciplines. You contribute to both technical and creative alignment and play an active role in resolving cross‑disciplinary divergences.

Autonomy and Ownership of Topics

You take charge of a topic from its initial framing, organise the necessary steps, plan risks, and maintain regular follow‑up with stakeholders. You advance independently and involve the right people whenever a decision or additional expertise is required.

Love of Quality Work and Ownership

You ensure the quality, stability, and compliance of the systems you develop. You systematically check your deliverables, take responsibility for the final outcome, and maintain a consistent level of excellence.

Analytical Skills

You anticipate technical consequences, analyse the systemic impact of your decisions, and remain factual when stepping back. You handle feedback objectively and prioritise actions based on importance and urgency.

Perseverance

You remain consistent and maintain your level of engagement when facing difficulties. You always return quickly to a solution‑oriented mindset.

Your Onboarding

You’ll join Cyril LARRIBAL in a supportive environment where you’ll be guided from day one. You’ll meet the various disciplines, connect with the leads, identify your first topics, and progressively settle into your senior reference role.

Additional Information

Recruitment Process

Our hiring process:

• Application review: our team will take the time to carefully review your profile.
• Quick pre‑screen (max 30 min by phone): if your profile matches, you’ll have an initial call to validate key points.
• Interview 1 — Discovery (1 h, video): a conversation with a member of the recruitment team to get to know you better and confirm alignment between your background and our expectations.
• Interview 2 — Technical (1 h, video): a discussion with two team members focused on technical depth, to dive into concrete matters and speak the same language.

A technical test is also planned to better understand your working approach and technical sensibilities.

Contract type: Full‑time, permanent

Location: Montpellier

Start date: as soon as you’re available

Remote work: We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work‑life balance. Note, that some roles are fully office‑based and are not eligible for hybrid work.

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Company Description

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!