Senior Gameplay Programmer

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Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge video games that defy expectations. We're currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make video game history.

Cloud Imperium Games is looking for a skilled and talented Senior Gameplay Programmer to work on our exciting PC space combat sim, Star Citizen! The Senior Gameplay Programmer will work in a cooperative, cross-disciplinary team environment to implement game features and systems within our own Star Engine. Our engine, Star Engine, is a multi-million line multi-platform project. Every programmer is recompiling the code base multiple times a day.

What do our Senior Gameplay Programmers do?

• Design and implement well-engineered, reliable, maintainable, and bug-free code
• Collaborate with team members to develop various gameplay systems
• Follow best practices, development processes, and coding standards
• Document and peer review technical designs with other software engineers
• Work with QA, providing the information needed to fully test developed code
• Provide support to internal customers for developed software
• Keep up to date on state-of-the-art software engineering methods, practices, and technologies

What does a good Senior Gameplay Programmer look like to us?

A true passion for making games is a must, and we would also like it if you:

• Are comfortable working with C++ in a large, shared codebase.
• Have a good knowledge of 3D mathematics.
• Have experience with programming game features and systems.
• Work well in a co-located yet collaborative team environment.
• Can explain and present technical solutions to both programmers and team members from other disciplines.
• We are always keen to hear from passionate gameplay programmers, so join the 'verse and become our latest Star Citizen!

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CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment.

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• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Industries Computer Games

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