Senior Gameplay Programmer

Rocksteady Studios; London (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocksteady Studios in London is seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer to join a team of gameplay coders to deliver world-class AAA videogaming experiences across multiple platforms. The role focuses on creating exciting, emergent gameplay by coordinating combat-related and navigation-related NPC behaviours that empower player freedom and choice.

This role is offered on a hybrid basis. You can choose to work from home or in the office on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays.

Qualifications

• Experience developing gameplay systems in C++, covering AI, navigation, and combat.
• Proven ability to deliver a commercial game title, preferably AAA.
• Strong game design skills demonstrated through past work or a portfolio.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with Unreal Engine 5.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, and maintain gameplay systems and features in C++.
• Solve large, complex gameplay problems and propose solutions.
• Collaborate with Design to craft engaging gameplay and communicate risks/opportunities.
• Provide feedback during code reviews and contribute as a proactive team member.
• Support production processes including backlog review, task estimation, and Jira management.

Skills

C++ Gameplay

AI

Navigation

Combat

Unreal Engine 5

Gameplay Design

Team Collaboration

Tools

Visual Studio

Job description

Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.

Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled.

Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day.

If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!

Rocksteady Studios is an award-winning, critically acclaimed video game developer. Founded in 2004, we are home to the widely celebrated Batman: Arkham series of games. Our philosophy for game development is all about treating people well to create quality entertainment that stands the test of time. We’re a one-project studio that built our success by combining genre-defining gameplay and character-driven cinematic narrative with AAA production values. Born in the heart of London, our multicultural team takes inspiration from the culture and history of our home in one of the most diverse cities in the world.

Your New Role…

Rocksteady is looking to add to its family of staff: a Senior Gameplay Programmer to join a team of gameplay coders to deliver world-class AAA videogaming experiences for our players across multiple platforms. The role focuses on creating exciting, emergent gameplay by coordinating combat-related and navigation related NPC behaviours that empower player freedom and choice.

This role is offered on a hybrid basis. You can choose to work from home or in the office on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays the team collaborates onsite at Rocksteady Studios in Kentish Town, London.

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Creating, developing, and maintaining gameplay systems and features in C++.
• Producing solutions to large, complex, and sometimes not well-defined gameplay problems.
• Working closely and proactively with Design to come up with fun and engaging gameplay, and informing them of risks and opportunities.
• Providing suggestions and feedback to other members of your team, including via code reviews.
• Being a positive, active, and contributing team member taking broad responsibility for your work.
• Communicating effectively with your Lead, your team, Production and other departments.
• Supporting production processes, including backlog review, task estimation and breakdown, and Jira ticket management.
• Following, and championing development best practices.

Qualifications & Experience…

• Experience developing gameplay systems using C++, including areas such as AI, navigation, and combat systems.
• Understanding of modern gaming platforms and experience developing software for one or more of them.
• Experience contributing to the development and successful delivery of a commercial game title, preferably within a AAA environment.
• Strong game design skills, with the ability to demonstrate your approach through previous work, projects, or portfolio examples.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with Unreal Engine 5.
• Familiarity with Rocksteady titles and design philosophies would be advantageous.

Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model, that combines remote and in-office work, following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws, Skydance / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.

About Skydance

Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central.

Some Important Details

We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law.

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