Senior Gameplay Programmer

CD PROJEKT RED; United States; Remote; USD 91,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer focused on camera systems for Cyberpunk 2. You will collaborate with gameplay designers, cinematics, and engineers to design, implement, and optimize camera mechanics for cinematic and gameplay moments in Unreal Engine 5.

You should have 5+ years in games programming, expert C++, and a strong understanding of engine architecture and threading. The role offers flexible work arrangements including hybrid, in-office, or remote within North

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years of professional experience as a programmer within the games industry.
• Strong proficiency in C++ programming and knowledge of Unreal Engine.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with gameplay and cinematics to prototype and deploy core in-game camera systems.
• Knowledge of game engine architecture and algorithms.
• Strong multi-threaded programming skills.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome technical challenges and drive innovation in technology.
• Excellent communication skills: multilingual and multicultural environment; communicate across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with gameplay and cinematic designers and animators to fulfill the vision of the game.
• Build and maintain solid and flexible gameplay systems.
• Write high-quality code that is optimized, bug-free, and aligned with project goals.

Skills

C++

Unreal Engine

Multithreading

Game engine

Communication

Job description

Company 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 our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay Programmer, with a focus on Camera features, to join our team to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077. In this role you will collaborate with our team working in Unreal Engine 5 to build new camera mechanics and features to generate compelling gameplay and cinematic moments. You’ll be in charge of defining, building, and maintaining core features concerning camera systems for cinematic and gameplay.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with gameplay and cinematic designers and animators to fulfill the vision of the game.
• Build and maintain solid and flexible gameplay systems.
• Write high-quality code that is optimized, bug-free, and aligned with project goals.

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years of professional experience as a programmer within the games industry.
• Strong proficiency in C++ programming and knowledge of Unreal Engine.
• Experience collaboratingcross-functionally with gameplay and cinematics to prototype and deploy core in-game camera systems.
• Knowledge of game engine architecture and algorithms.
• Strong multi-threaded programming skills.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome technical challenges and drive innovation in technology.
• Excellent communication skills: We have a multilingual and multicultural working environment and the ability to communicate across language and time zone barriers is essential.

Nice to have

(Please note that these skills are not required to apply for the position)

• Shipped at least one Unreal-based game.
• Experience developing for recent generation consoles.

Additional Information

The application window for this position will close by 05/01/2027.

This job can be hybrid/in-office or fully remote.

Health & Well-Being

• Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).
• Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars.
• Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year.
• RRSP with employer matching.
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more.
• Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
• RED Parents Network — support for working parents.
• Flexible working hours.

Perks & Professional Growth

• Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available.
• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

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.
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
• No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.

This position is a new role.

Estimated pay range for this position:

$127,200 - $209,900 CAD annually

At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers aredependent on job-related factors like experience, qualifications, and location.

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