Senior Gameplay Programmer

Segritude Games; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate start-up game development company dedicated to creating unique gaming experiences. As a Senior Gameplay Programmer, you will collaborate with a talented team to develop and optimize engaging multiplayer gameplay systems. This remote role offers flexibility and the chance to contribute to innovative projects while enjoying a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about game development and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you. Be part of a creative team where your ideas matter and your growth is encouraged.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Remote work

Investment opportunities

Professional development

Creative freedom

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Gameplay Programmer in multiplayer game development.
• Strong proficiency in Unreal Engine 5 and C++.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers to implement multiplayer gameplay mechanics.
• Develop and maintain high-performance multiplayer systems.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of multiplayer features.

Skills

Gameplay Programming

C++

Unreal Engine 5

Blueprints Scripting

Networking

Problem Solving

Education

Experience in Game Development

Tools

Git

Perforce

Job description

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Segritude Games was established in May 2023. We are a passionate start-up game development company committed to creating unique, immersive gaming experiences. Our growing team brings together various skills and expertise, working collectively to develop a game that stands out in the industry.

As a start-up, we offer a flexible contract agreement requiring a minimum of (15 hours per week.) You will be using our Clock-in portal on Discord to record your hours. We are actively pursuing investment and funding opportunities to support and pay our team based on revenue from sales or secured funding. This is a great opportunity to be part of a promising start-up.

Our HR Staff ensures that your hours are recorded and tracked at all times to ensure we know how much we will be required to pay you at the time of securing an investment.

WHY JOIN US?

Segritude Games is focused on building a supportive fun work environment. We're not just a team we're like a family. We believe in having a good time while working hard on something we're all passionate about. Whether it's playing games together, sharing laughs, or supporting each other's creative ideas we've built a culture where everyone feels welcome and valued.

If you're passionate about game development and show dedication to our project, we've got your back no questions asked. We aren't a strict, corporate environment. We care deeply about our developers and want you to not only grow with us but also improve your portfolio, build real experience, and enjoy the journey.

We offer flexibility, remote work, and a chance to be part of a creative, ambitious team that's actively working toward something big. If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter and you'll be supported every step of the way, Segritude Games is the perfect home for you.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

This is a contract, remote role for a Senior Gameplay Programmer at Segritude Games. In this role, you’ll work closely with designers, artists, and other developers to bring gameplay mechanics to life. As a senior team member, you’ll be responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing core gameplay systems while also mentoring junior programmers and contributing to high-level technical decisions. Your work will play a key role in shaping an engaging player experience, ensuring smooth performance, and meeting project goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with game designers to understand the multiplayer gameplay requirements and translate them into technical specifications and efficient code.
• Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance multiplayer systems, including networking, synchronization, and server-side logic.
• Implement gameplay mechanics, player interactions, and game rules for seamless multiplayer experiences.
• Identify and resolve networking issues, latency problems, and other multiplayer-related challenges to ensure a smooth online experience for players.
• Work closely with the game design team to prototype and iterate on multiplayer features, gathering feedback and implementing improvements.
• Collaborate with other programmers and technical designers to integrate gameplay features into the overall game architecture.
• Conduct thorough testing of multiplayer systems and debug any issues or bugs that arise during development.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and maintain code quality and best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Proven experience as a Gameplay Programmer in the video game industry, with a focus on multiplayer game development.
• Strong proficiency in Unreal Engine 5 and its multiplayer capabilities.
• Excellent knowledge of C++ and Blueprints scripting for game development within Unreal Engine.
• Familiarity with different multiplayer architectures, such as client-server and peer-to-peer. Experience with optimizing multiplayer systems for performance, latency, and bandwidth constraints.
• Solid understanding of game design principles and mechanics, and the ability to translate design requirements into technical implementations.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills to identify and address technical issues promptly. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, communicate effectively, and provide constructive feedback.
• Passion for video games and a strong interest in multiplayer game development.

Preferred Qualifications:

•Experience with source control systems, such as Git or Perforce.

•Knowledge of Unreal Engine C++.

•Knowledge of Blueprints scripting systems in Unreal Engine.

Join our talented team of artists and developers and contribute to the creation of visually stunning and immersive experiences. If you’re ready to bring you passion to game development and programming, lets create something extraordinary together.

You can also send your portfolio and resume to [e-mail] or apply directly through our LinkedIn page. We appreciate all applicants, but only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

If you have any questions, you can join our discord community by using this link. https://discord.gg/2VePVFGmct

• A friendly, focused, ambitious, and relaxed working environment.

• Remote work with flexible schedules.

• Investment opportunities.

• Grow and gain new experience.

• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

• Professional development opportunities and career growth potential.

• Creative freedom to innovate and bring new ideas to the table.

• We're a friendly game development team and fun.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Computer Games

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