Senior Game Developer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Hybrid work

Growth opportunities

Cutting-edge projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Game Developer to lead core gameplay systems in Polokwane. You will mentor junior developers and own key development tasks within a collaborative studio.

We value proficiency in C++ or C#, with Unreal Engine or Unity, and a strong background in software architecture and debugging. Hybrid work model offered in Limpopo, with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of professional game development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C++ or C# with Unreal Engine or Unity experience.
• Proven track record designing and implementing complex gameplay systems.
• Solid understanding of software architecture, algorithms, and data structures.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement core gameplay mechanics and systems.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and producers to translate concepts into playable features.
• Optimize game performance, memory usage, and stability.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, and participate in code reviews.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and high-quality development practices.

Skills

C++

C#

Gameplay systems

Code optimization

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant contributor to the Arts & Entertainment industry in Polokwane , is seeking an experienced Senior Game Developer . This role is vital for the design, development, and implementation of engaging and innovative video games. You will work with a talented team of creatives and engineers, taking ownership of key development tasks and mentoring junior developers. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of interactive entertainment within a studio that fosters creativity, collaboration, and technical excellence in Limpopo.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement core gameplay mechanics and systems using C++ or C#.
• Collaborate with game designers , artists, and producers to translate concepts into playable features.
• Optimize game performance, memory usage, and overall stability.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, and participate actively in code reviews .
• Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and high-quality development practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in game development .
• Strong proficiency in C++ or C# and experience with major game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing complex gameplay systems.
• Solid understanding of software architecture, algorithms, and data structures.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced training.
• Contribute to cutting-edge game projects in the vibrant Polokwane creative scene.