Senior Software Engineer - Age of Empires (Remote)

Forgotten Empires; Greater London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive employment packages

Job summary

A leading game development studio is seeking an experienced Software Engineer specialized in Gameplay and AI to join their team. Working remotely, the candidate will utilize their C++ skills to develop features for the acclaimed Age of Empires series. The role requires prior experience in RTS games, a strong team-oriented mindset, and fluency in English (B2). The company provides competitive employment packages and adheres to equal opportunity employment practices.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working on RTS based games in a professional setting is required.
• Proven senior level engineering experience in C++.
• Recent experience in the video game industry with at least one shipped title.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team.
• B2 English level for both conversational and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Work in a C++ codebase on a custom engine.
• Maintain and develop features for the game and associated tools.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on various features.
• Regularly debug, profile, and optimize code.

Skills

C++

Generalist skillset

Debugging

Optimization

Team collaboration

Job description

Forgotten Empires is a full‑service game developer focused on Windows PC and Console games. While headquartered in the U.S., our team consists of 100+ passionate individuals from around the globe, each of whom brings a unique skill set and perspective to the table. Since 2022, we are part of Keywords Studios.

We are currently looking to add an experienced Software Engineer (focused in Gameplay and AI) to work on Age of Empires. As a programmer with us, you will use your awesome skills in C++ to help us bring our games to life. In return, you will be part of a creative and supportive team environment with the ability to have a direct impact on the development of top‑tier games.

Recruitment status

Please note that recruitment for this role is currently paused. We welcome continued applications; however, submissions will not be reviewed until March/April 2026!

Location constraints

• Whilst this position is being offered on a remote basis, we are only able to consider applicants who are currently located within Europe

Cool stuff you'll be doing

• Working in a C++ codebase on a custom engine
• Generalist skillset – we're not looking for a specialized set of skills
• Maintain and develop features for the game and the tools that go with it
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on features
• Regularly debug, profile and optimize code

Requirements – What you'll bring to the table

• Must have prior experience working on RTS based games in a professional setting
• Proven senior level engineer experience in C++
• Recent experience working in the video game industry with at least one shipped title
• Experience working in a team environment
• B2 English level – conversational and written
• Player/Development experience with Age of Empires games is a plus
• You will be asked to partake in a technical test to prove your skills

Location

Must be local to Málaga, Spain or working remotely in UK/EU (EU time zones required).

Benefits

We offer competitive employment packages to suit your individual circumstances.

Forgotten Empires is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well‑established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace which provides for equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.

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Role Information: EN

Studio: Forgotten Empires

Location: Europe, Spain, Malaga

Area of Work: Game Development

Service: Create

Employment Type: Full Time, Contractor

Working Pattern: Remote