Senior Gameplay Programmer — Hybrid (AAA, C++, UE5)

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

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.