Senior Game Programmer - Engine Systems

Placements24; Paarl; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Health insurance (comprehensive)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Remote work flexibility

Ample paid time off

Virtual team-building events

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Senior Game Programmer specializing in Engine Systems for a fully remote role. You will design, implement, and optimize core engine components across rendering, physics, AI, and tools while collaborating with a world-class team.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in game engine development, expert C++ skills, and a strong foundation in CS fundamentals. Remote-first culture offers flexibility and ongoing professional growth.

Formación

• 7+ years of professional game programming experience focused on engine development.
• Expert in C++ and OO programming principles.
• Strong knowledge of engine architecture, rendering, physics, and memory management.
• Experience with performance analysis and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Responsabilidades

• Design, implement, and maintain core engine systems (rendering, physics, animation, memory).
• Optimize engine performance across platforms (CPU/GPU).
• Develop tools and pipelines for the development team.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to integrate systems.
• Debug and resolve complex engine issues.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable C++ code.
• Contribute to the architectural design of the game engine.
• Mentor junior programmers and participate in code reviews.
• Stay up-to-date with engine technology and best practices.

Conocimientos

C++

Problem-solving

Remote teamwork

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Engineering

Herramientas

Git

Perforce

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized game development studio known for its groundbreaking titles, is looking for a highly skilled Senior Game Programmer specializing in Engine Systems. This is a fully remote opportunity, allowing you to work with a world-class team from the comfort of your home. You will play a crucial role in developing, maintaining, and optimizing the core engine systems that power our cutting-edge games. This includes areas such as rendering, physics, AI, networking, and performance optimization. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of C++, a strong grasp of computer science fundamentals, and a passion for solving complex technical challenges in a collaborative, remote-first environment. You will contribute to ensuring our games are stable, performant, and deliver an exceptional player experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain core engine systems, including rendering, physics, animation, and memory management.
• Optimize game engine performance for a wide range of target platforms, focusing on CPU and GPU efficiency.
• Develop and improve tools and pipelines used by the development team.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (e.g., gameplay, tools, AI) to ensure seamless integration of systems.
• Debug and resolve complex technical issues within the game engine.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in C++.
• Contribute to the architectural design of the game engine.
• Mentor junior programmers and participate in code reviews.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in game engine technology and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in game programming, with a strong focus on engine development.
• Expert proficiency in C++ and object-oriented programming principles.
• In-depth knowledge of game engine architecture and systems (e.g., rendering pipelines, physics engines, memory allocators).
• Experience with performance analysis and optimization techniques.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, Perforce).
• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals, including data structures and algorithms.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, essential for effective remote teamwork.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, and a generous retirement savings plan. This fully remote position provides unparalleled flexibility, along with opportunities for continuous learning and professional development. Employees benefit from cutting-edge technology, a collaborative and innovative culture, and the chance to work on industry-leading game titles. We also offer ample paid time off and virtual team-building events to foster camaraderie.