Senior Gameplay Programmer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary & bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development & virtualイベント

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer to join a fully remote team. The role focuses on designing and refining core gameplay mechanics, collaborating with designers and engineers to translate concepts into robust systems, and optimizing performance across platforms.

5+ years of professional gameplay programming experience and a strong portfolio of shipped titles are required. Expertise in C++ and engines like Unreal or Unity, plus version control, are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional gameplay programming experience.
• Strong portfolio of shipped titles.
• Proficient in C++ and engine frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and iterate core gameplay mechanics and systems.
• Collaborate with designers to prototype and refine gameplay features.
• Optimize gameplay code for performance across target platforms.
• Write clean, well-documented code and participate in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and debug gameplay issues to ensure a smooth player experience.

Skills

5+ years

Strong portfolio

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Git

Perforce

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Gameplay Programmer to join their entirely remote team. This role is central to designing, implementing, and refining the core gameplay mechanics that define the player experience. You will work closely with designers and other engineers to translate creative ideas into robust, fun, and engaging gameplay systems. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced programmer to contribute to innovative projects from inception, working within a distributed team culture that values autonomy, collaboration, and technical excellence, with no geographical constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and iterate on core gameplay mechanics and systems using C++ and relevant engine frameworks.
• Collaborate closely with game designers to prototype and refine gameplay features based on player feedback.
• Optimize gameplay code for performance, stability, and scalability across target platforms.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, participating actively in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and debug gameplay issues, ensuring a smooth and polished player experience.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in gameplay programming , with a strong portfolio of shipped titles.
• Expert proficiency in C++ and experience with major game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Deep understanding of game design principles and how to implement them programmatically.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, Perforce).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in an independent, remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and attending virtual industry events.