SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Grove Street Games; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible bank for time off

Comprehensive health package for full‑

Moving assistance

Paid parental leave

Royalties

Yearly bonuses

Career development assistance

Job summary

Grove Street Games in Gainesville, FL is seeking a full-time Systems Engineer to design, implement and optimize core game systems across multiple projects. You will build expert Unreal Engine knowledge and write robust C++ code, collaborating with design and QA to iterate new features and performance improvements.

Ideal candidates have a strong debugging mindset, the ability to work independently, and excellent communication skills to thrive in a fast-paced, creative game studio environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Fluent in C++ and able to write robust gameplay systems.
• Strong debugging skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; team player.

Responsibilities

• Own project and source code for game systems.
• Architect and implement adaptable game systems across projects.
• Meet commitments and deliver on deadlines.
• Provide solutions to complex systems engineering problems.
• Collaborate in design discussions and reviews; contribute ideas.
• Maintain production pipelines and iterate under timelines.
• Think long-term about major design and technology choices.

Skills

C++

Debugging

Communication

Independent work

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Unreal Engine

Job description

SYSTEMS ENGINEER

SUMMARY

Grove Street Games is seeking a full-time systems engineer to join our team in Gainesville where you will focus on designing, creating and improving systems across all of our projects and platforms. You will work closely with design and QA to implement and iterate on core game systems that serve as the backbone of the games we create. The successful candidate needs to be able to develop an expert level understanding of Unreal Engine and also has strong knowledge of how to optimize game code and systems.

When you join Grove Street Games you can gain experience on a wide range of game development projects. We foster a work environment that allows our employees to thrive, not just on their career paths but also on their personal journeys. We take a lot of pride in creating a foundation our employees can utilize to not only get ahead in their dreams but also create lasting games that millions of players will be able to enjoy.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project and source code ownership
• Architect and implement game systems that are inherently adaptive to new technology
• Meet and exceed your commitments on a regular basis
• Provide effective solutions to the difficult systems engineering problems
• Participate and contribute creatively in team discussions, critiques, and game development ideas
• Maintain the production pipeline while meeting deadlines
• Long-term thinking with respect to major design and technology choices

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or work experience in a relatable field
• Absolute fluency in C++
• Demonstrable ability to program fun gameplay
• Strong debugging skills
• Self motivated, ability to work independently and own your work
• Ability to work well with teammates and autonomously
• Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal
• Detail-oriented & extremely well-organized

GOOD TO HAVE

• Unreal Engine 4 expertise
• Previous experience working in multiple game engines
• Passion and knowledge of video games

BENEFITS

• Flexible bank for time off (vacation, sick, personal)
• Comprehensive health package for full time employees. Flexible work day built around our core hours
• Moving assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Royalties (with tenure)
• Yearly bonuses
• Career development assistance

If all of this sounds like something you want to be a part of, joining a cohesive team that likes to have fun while being professionals, then let us know!