Gameplay Engineer

Overview

Nexon America is a branch of Nexon Co., Ltd., a global video game publisher and leading developer of online virtual worlds for PCs, consoles, and mobile devices. Nexon offers celebrated franchises like Maple Story and Mabinogi that have been enjoyed by millions of players for over two decades. We’re committed to open communication, diversity, mutual respect, and collaboration, with a focus on work‑life balance, flexible hours, a hybrid work model, and team events.

Nexies also enjoy benefits and opportunities for growth across the organization.

Nexon America’s Western Dev team is looking to expand our team with gameplay engineers for a new exciting project. You will join the Maple Story Development Team, where you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing game features that enhance the Maple Story experience. You will collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and other engineers to create engaging gameplay and ensure technical excellence.

You will join the Maple Story Development Team, where you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing game features that enhance the Maple Story experience. You will collaborate closely with game designers, artists, and other engineers to create engaging gameplay and ensure technical excellence.

• Develop and maintain game features for Maple Story
• Collaborate with designers and artists to bring creative visions to life
• Optimize game performance and resolve bugs to ensure a seamless player experience
• Other duties as assigned

• 4+ years of experience as a software engineer in online game development or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in C++ development

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Preference given to candidates with an award-winning history in public programming competitions

• Mandatory:
  Proficient in C++ language
• Strong understanding of the online game development process, game mechanics, user experience in online games, and related skillsets
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to quickly understand complex systems and codebases

• Passionate about Maple Story, with deep familiarity with its gameplay, history, and community
• Prior experience working on live online games with large user bases
• Experience using client-server architecture
• Experience with scripting languages such as Lua or Python
• Proficient in Korean

We offer medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents. Benefits include a company 401(k) with match, HSA options, disability coverage, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Nexies are encouraged to participate in wellness programs, lunches, and social events. Paid time off, holidays, and a year-end break are provided to support work‑life balance.

Nexon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

The base salary range for this position in El Segundo, CA is $125,000 - $142,000 annually. Salary ranges are determined by market data and may vary by experience, education, and location. This role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses or incentives beyond base pay.

We encourage applicants to beware of recruitment scams. Reputable Nexon recruiters contact candidates from official  email addresses and will follow a formal interview process. No payment requests or sharing of sensitive information should be made during recruitment.