Senior Gameplay Engineer

The role

A Senior Gameplay Engineer will design, implement, and own core gameplay mechanics, controls, and systems. You will work with Designers to prototype features and ensure successful integration for AAA titles.

What you will do

• Design, implement and own core gameplay mechanics, controls, and systems
• Work with Designers to prototype features and ensure successful integration
• Write clean, robust and efficient code
• Debug and optimize gameplay systems
• Contribute to the development of tools and workflows
• Review code, mentor and advise other mid-level Gameplay Engineers
• Participate in sprint and milestone planning and production reviews

Required qualifications

• Experience in a Senior Gameplay Engineer position or similar
• Proficient in C++ and familiar with both object-oriented and data-oriented programming
• Previous experience owning a feature on a title
• Strong knowledge of game engines, such as Unreal Engine or Unity
• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of 3D Maths and Physics
• Experience with source control systems and collaborative development
• Good problem-solving and debugging skills
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
• Passion for video games and familiarity with various game genres
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Nice to have

• More than one shipped title under your belt
• Experience with multiplayer or networked gameplay systems
• Familiarity with other Engineering disciplines like Animation, UI, or AI

Benefits

• International AAA game projects
• Access to cutting-edge hardware
• Flexible/hybrid working
• International working opportunities with our Guildford Studio
• Christmas Shutdown
• Holiday Allowance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 13th Salary Scheme (13e Maand)
• Central Utrecht office
• Access to a well-stocked fridge and snack cupboard
• Regular Team Incentives and Social Events

Before you apply

• Unable to provide visa sponsorship or relocation support
• You'll need to be based in the Netherlands with the Right to Work here

About the company

stellarentertainment is a video game development studio with offices in Guildford, UK and Utrecht, Netherlands. They focus on quality and excellence for AAA experiences.