PlayStation

Senior Gameplay Engineer - Game Modes

PlayStation • $160K — $240K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proficient in C++ for writing, debugging, and maintaining code.
  • Strong communication skills for engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience in creating systems and tools for designers and artists.
  • Familiarity with Unreal Engine development.
  • Experience across multiple platforms (PC, console) is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain gameplay systems and tools in C++ on Unreal.
  • Work independently with minimal oversight.
  • Provide technical guidance to teammates on code and content integration.
  • Collaborate with content creators and engine teams to define game-building blocks.
  • Develop workflows that enhance the content team's efficiency.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Matching 401(k) plan.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Wellness program support.
  • Employee discounts on Sony products.
Full Job Description
Senior Gameplay Engineer - Game Modes

As a Senior Gameplay Engineer - Game Modes at teamLFG, you'll focus on the game mode systems of an unannounced project from pre-production through release and beyond, collaborating with designers and artists across a range of systems-focused engineering sub-disciplines. Most importantly, you will work with a fun, dedicated, and cross-discipline team devoted to turning a creative dream into a new franchise at PlayStation.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Build and maintain production-quality gameplay systems, workflows, and tools in C++ on Unreal
  • 5 with minimal oversight
  • Provide technical guidance to teammates on how to build code and content to work nicely with
  • our simulation and network model
  • Collaborate daily with the content creators and engine team to define and develop the blocks
  • used by the content team to build the game

REQUIRED SKILLS
  • Ability to write, debug, and maintain code in C++
  • Ability to communicate with stakeholders of different technical and non-technical backgrounds to
  • help them navigate technology and achieve their goals
  • Experience building designer- and artist-facing systems, components and tools
  • Experience with development using the Unreal Engine

NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS
  • Experience with development on a variety of platforms (PC, console)


At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location.

Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

In addition, this role is eligible for SIE's top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.

This is a flexible role that can be remote, with varying pay ranges based on geographic location. For example, if you are based out of Seattle, the estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.

$160,000-$240,000 USD

About PlayStation

PlayStation is a video game brand that consists of four home video game consoles, as well as a media center, an online service, a line of controllers, two handhelds and a phone, as well as multiple magazines. The brand is produced by Sony Interactive Entertainment, a division of Sony, with the first PlayStation console released in December 1994, followed by the PlayStation 2 in 2000, the PlayStation 3 in 2006, the PlayStation 4 in 2013, and the PlayStation 5 in 2020. PlayStation also has a strong online presence, with the PlayStation Network (PSN) which provides online gaming, streaming services, and access to the PlayStation Store. The PlayStation brand has become one of the most successful video game brands in history, with over 500 million consoles sold worldwide.
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