Senior Gameplay Programmer

AGBO

United States

Hybrid

USD 170,000 - 205,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading independent studio is seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer to join their ambitious team in Raleigh, NC. You will collaborate closely with designers to implement and refine gameplay systems, ensuring an immersive player experience. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of gameplay programming experience with a strong focus on C++ and Unreal Engine. This full-time role offers a salary range of $170,000-$205,000 depending on experience and location.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in gameplay programming with one shipped title.
Strong programming skills in C++ with Unreal Engine.
Understanding of player-centric gameplay systems.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with design to implement core gameplay systems.
Own character, camera, and control systems implementation.
Build prototypes to test gameplay ideas.

Skills

Gameplay programming

C++

Unreal Engine

Collaboration

Player-centric gameplay systems

Tools

Unreal Engine 4

Unreal Engine 5

Job description

AGBO is an artist-led, Academy Award-winning independent studio focused on developing and producing innovative story universes across film, television, and digital platforms. Founded in 2017 by Anthony and Joe Russo, AGBO’s mission is to inspire and advance the next generation of storytelling. AGBO’s productions include Everything Everywhere All At Once, Extraction, The Electric State, and the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday. In 2023, AGBO welcomed Donald Mustard as a partner. We’re building the future of storytelling—and we’re looking for bold, creative minds to help shape it.

Position Summary

Senior Gameplay Programmer: you are a versatile engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys empowering designers. You’ll work closely with designers and the broader engineering team to fine-tune character, camera, and control systems and help us find the fun in our gameplay loops. This is a hands-on, high-impact role on an ambitious team creating something special and exciting.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with design to implement, iterate, and polish core gameplay systems, focusing on movement, feel, and player responsiveness.
Own character, camera, and control systems implementation to deliver a satisfying and immersive player experience.
Build prototypes and iterate quickly to test and refine gameplay ideas.
Identify opportunities to improve workflows and tools for designers and fellow programmers.
Contribute to code quality, performance optimization, and best practices across the codebase.

Qualifications & Skills

5+ years of experience in gameplay programming with at least one shipped title; bonus if you helped grow and maintain a live service game.
Strong programming skills in C++ and Unreal Engine systems.
Deep understanding of player-centric gameplay systems, especially character movement, camera behavior, and input controls.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to interpret, enhance, and proactively expand design intent through code.
Passion for tuning, iteration, gameplay, design, and crafting joyful player experiences.
Significant experience in UE4 and/or UE5.
Bonus: previous experience at a startup or on early-phase projects.
Bonus: interest in film, cross-medium storytelling, or experimental gameplay.

The salary range is provided for reference and may vary by location and experience. The typical base salary for this position ranges from $170,000-$205,000 annually. Actual offers will be determined based on experience and geographic area.
AGBO is committed to equal employment opportunity and participates in E-Verify. We welcome applicants regardless of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other protected status.

The role location is flexible for the right person, with a preferred location in Raleigh, NC.

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