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Senior Gameplay Programmer

Gameplay Programming / Full -time
With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games. As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Gameplay Programmer to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.
Senior Gameplay Programmer

Responsibilities

  • Work on all aspects of the game.
  • Work closely together with the content departments to implement the needed game features
  • Translate design wishes into technical requirements
  • Deliver features in full and on time. UI, engine, tools - all aspects should be covered and executed.
  • Write robust and maintainable code
  • Be the first line of feedback on the features you are working on.
  • Be an active participant in the design and production of the game
  • Bring player perspective and technical expertise to the table.
  • Plan and execute complex projects and features.
  • Be transparent: regularly update stakeholders and production on your progress
  • Team player: continuously communicate and align with other team members
  • Mentor team members and support the Lead

Requirements

  • 5+ years of game development experience with c++ and proprietary engine
  • Expert in C++
  • Production experience with TDD
  • Production experience with ECS
  • Excellent feel for RPG systems and gameplay in general
  • Open-minded, willing to experiment and iterate over and over the feature
  • Concepts as state machines, pathfinding, AI routines should be second nature
  • Ability to think like a designer to create compelling and fun gameplay
  • Upper-intermediate English
  • You are a team player and willing to take responsibility for features, planning, and communication
  • Passion for making and playing great games. You play video games regularly
  • Excellent software, system design, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent software debugging skills
  • Shipped game/console titles
  • Experience with gameplay scripting

Nice to have

  • Degree in computer science or software engineering
  • Experience in WPF
  • Experience in Lua
  • Strong background in RPGs

What We Offer

  • An international team of over 450 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
  • An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
  • A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
  • Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
  • Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
  • Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback
We are looking for highly motivated individuals with ever-evolving skillsets and passion for player experience. If you want to contribute to making amazing RPG experiences, we would love to hear from you.
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