Senior Game Programmer - Engine Development

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,972,000 - 2,958,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Fully remote

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is working with a Queenstown-based game studio seeking a Senior Game Programmer for a fully remote role. You will architect and optimize core engine systems, focusing on rendering, physics, AI, and memory management, in collaboration with designers, artists, and other engineers.

Bring 5+ years in game development, deep C++ expertise, and hands-on experience with Unreal Engine or Unity. You’ll tackle performance bottlenecks, mentor juniors, and help shape the engine's technical

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in game development, with a significant focus on engine programming.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and experience with Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Deep understanding of graphics, algorithms, and data structures.
• Experience with multi-threaded programming and performance optimization techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize core game engine systems, including rendering, physics, AI, and memory management.
• Develop and maintain robust, high-performance code using C++ and other relevant programming languages.
• Collaborate closely with other engineers, designers, and artists to define and implement game features and mechanics.
• Identify and resolve complex technical issues and performance bottlenecks within the game engine.
• Contribute to the overall technical direction and architecture of the game engine.
• Mentor junior programmers and contribute to best practices in code quality, testing, and documentation.

Skills

C++

Engine programming

Unreal Engine

Unity

Graphics programming

Multi-threading

Remote collaboration

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and talented Senior Game Programmer to join their innovative game development studio in Queenstown . This is a fully remote role where you will be instrumental in developing and enhancing the core game engine and systems that power their acclaimed titles. You will collaborate with a passionate team of developers, designers, and artists to push the boundaries of interactive entertainment. We are seeking a technically proficient programmer with a deep understanding of game engine architecture and a proven ability to write robust, efficient, and maintainable code in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize core game engine systems, including rendering, physics, AI, and memory management.
• Develop and maintain robust, high-performance code using C++ and other relevant programming languages.
• Collaborate closely with other engineers, designers, and artists to define and implement game features and mechanics.
• Identify and resolve complex technical issues and performance bottlenecks within the game engine.
• Contribute to the overall technical direction and architecture of the game engine.
• Mentor junior programmers and contribute to best practices in code quality, testing, and documentation.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in game development, with a significant focus on engine programming.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and experience with game development environments like Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Deep understanding of computer graphics, algorithms, and data structures.
• Experience with multi-threaded programming and performance optimization techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• A passion for games and a strong understanding of game design principles.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for profit sharing.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering global flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for continued education and conference attendance.
• A creative, collaborative, and supportive remote studio culture focused on innovation.