Senior Gameplay Programmer - Hybrid, Impactful Gameplay

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Training & conferences

Team events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer for our Richards Bay studio to design, implement and refine core gameplay systems using C++. You will collaborate with designers, artists and engineers to deliver engaging experiences across platforms in a hybrid work setup.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of game development, strong C++ skills, experience with Unreal Engine or Unity, and a portfolio of shipped titles. Excellent debugging, teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional game development experience focused on gameplay programming.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and object-oriented design.
• Experience with Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Portfolio or shipped titles demonstrating gameplay programming expertise.
• Experience with version control systems (Git or Perforce).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust gameplay systems in C++ across platforms.
• Collaborate with game designers to translate gameplay concepts into features.
• Integrate character movements, abilities, and interactions with artists and animators.
• Optimize gameplay code for performance, stability, and scalability.
• Debug and resolve complex technical issues within gameplay systems.
• Mentor junior programmers and participate in code reviews.
• Participate in technical design discussions and contribute to architecture decisions.
• Write clear, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in game development technologies.
• Contribute to the overall quality and fun factor of the game.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Gameplay Programmer for our Richards Bay studio to design, implement and refine core gameplay systems using C++. You will collaborate with designers, artists and engineers to deliver engaging experiences across platforms in a hybrid work setup.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of game development, strong C++ skills, experience with Unreal Engine or Unity, and a portfolio of shipped titles. Excellent debugging, teamwork and communication are essential.