Senior Game Programmer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,489,000 - 1,985,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Game Programmer to join a fully remote team, developing robust game systems in C++ and leveraging engines like Unreal or Unity. You will craft stable, efficient gameplay and work within a distributed team across the globe.

The role emphasizes performance optimization, code quality, and collaboration with designers and artists, while offering bonuses, benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a remote-first environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional game programming.
• Proficient in C++ and OO design.
• Experience with Unreal or Unity engines.
• Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.
• Experience with Git or Perforce.
• Ability to work remotely and communicate across a distributed team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement core game systems and gameplay features using C++ and game engines.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, maintainable code.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and programmers to translate vision into gameplay.
• Optimize game performance, memory usage, and loading times.
• Identify and resolve complex technical issues and bugs in the codebase.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to peers.
• Mentor junior programmers and contribute to best practices in the team.

Skills

C++

OO design

Unreal Engine

Unity

Git

Perforce

Remote work

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Performance optimization

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Git

Perforce

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Game Programmer to join their fully remote team. This role is critical in developing and implementing robust game systems and features that form the core of their innovative projects. You will leverage your expertise in C++ and game engine architecture to create stable, performant, and engaging gameplay experiences. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned programmer who thrives in a collaborative, remote-first environment, contributing to a company that values technical excellence, creativity, and continuous learning across its global workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement core game systems and gameplay features using C++ and relevant game engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity).
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and maintainable code.
• Collaborate closely with designers, artists, and other programmers to translate creative vision into functional gameplay.
• Optimize game performance, memory usage, and loading times.
• Identify and resolve complex technical issues and bugs within the game codebase.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Mentor junior programmers and contribute to best practices within the programming team.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in game programming.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and object-oriented design principles.
• Experience with major game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Solid understanding of game architecture, performance optimization, and debugging techniques.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, Perforce).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills within a distributed team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible remote work schedule and home office stipend.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and attending virtual conferences.