Senior Story Progammer

CD Projekt Red; Wrocław; Hybrid; PLN 212,000 - 298,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio is seeking a Senior Story Programmer to join their team for Cyberpunk 2. You will develop story and quest tools, collaborate with designers, and write optimized code. Candidates should have 7+ years of programming experience, proficiency in C++, and familiarity with Unreal Engine 5. This role offers substantial benefits including relocation support and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Relocation support

Mental health support

Flexible working hours

Cafeteria vouchers

Training and development programs

Onsite gym and activities

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in the game industry.
• Strong proficiency in C++ programming and Unreal Engine 5.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically.
• Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical team members.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with designers to create story and quest tools.
• Build and maintain story-related plugins.
• Write high-quality, optimized code.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

C++ programming

Unreal Engine 5

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Job description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out ourYouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT REDis looking for aSenior Story Programmerto join us to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077. In this role, you will help the Team develop Story and Quest tools to enable designers to deliver on the vision of the game.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Work closely with quest and cinematic designers to understand their needs and ensure the tools meet the creative and technical goals.
• Build and maintain story related plugins.
• Ensure tools run efficiently without sacrificing performance, maintaining smooth workflows for the design team.
• Write high-quality code that is optimised, bug-free, and aligned with project goals.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure the tools contribute effectively to all game systems and components.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of professional experience as a programmer within the game industry.
• Strong proficiency in C++ programming and knowledge of Unreal Engine 5.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome technical challenges and drive innovation in technology.
• Ability to interpret the needs of less technical people and to communicate workflow with them.
• Experience with Unreal’s cinematic sequencer.

Nice to have

Previous experience working on Story or Quest tools.

Additional Information

Working Mode

• Office-First —Working primarily from the Warsaw, Wrocław, or Kraków Dev Offices for a minimum of 10 days per month.
• Remote-First: Possibility of remote work from within Europe for select candidates.

Relocation Support

• Relocation package – flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet, shipping your belongings — it’s all covered.
• Relocation assistance — processing your legalization operations for you, assistance with finding residence, tax settlements — all you need to feel right at home is taken care of.
• Polish lessons for foreign employees — and for your spouse or partner, too.
• Life insurance — comprehensive pension and insurance plans to protect you and your loved ones.
• Annual budget for medical expenses (for those working outside Poland).
• Psychological and psychiatrist care — free mental health support and various well-being webinars.
• Paid Leave — from 20 to 26 days of holiday for every team member per year, and paid sick leave.
• Menstrual Leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off each month when experiencing period pain.
• RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.
• Flexible working hours — start your workday anytime between 8 and 10 AM (CET).
• REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive vouchers and codes to shops, cinemas, and public transport reimbursement.
• Training, lectures and courses — internal workshops, external training for each employee, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
• Gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!

Social Activities & Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
• Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together.
• Healthy selections — our canteens offer a range of healthy meals.
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
• A designated space for your bicycle, as well as bicycle repair equipment and showers available whenever you need them.
• An onsite, well-equipped gym with a climbing wall, daily Gym Assistant support, and yoga and boxing classes.
• No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.

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