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Gameplay Programmer

Job in Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9, England, UK
Listing for: Cloud Imperium
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-12
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Game & 3D/XR Development, C++ Developer, Software Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 GBP Yearly GBP 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Requirements

  • 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
What the job involves
  • As a Gameplay Programmer you will be working with our bespoke, cutting edge, multi-threaded engine to create gameplay mechanics and systems, which immerse players within the vast, yet highly detailed spaces capes of some of the most ambitious games ever developed
  • Working with the latest PC hardware, technology and APIs, we develop an extensive range of highly realistic and systemic features to simulate gameplay ranging from multi-crew space flight combat to planetary first-person shooter, asteroid mining to cargo running, and bounty hunting to cinematic storytelling
  • 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 videogame history
  • Designing and implementing well-engineered, reliable, scalable and robust code
  • Collaborating with other team members and disciplines to develop various gameplay systems
  • Peer-reviewing technical designs and documentation with the help of the wider team
  • Identifying technical and developmental risks and obstacles while creating innovative solutions to overcome them
  • Driving engineering principles and practices for their teams, pushing boundaries and promoting new and innovative ways of working
  • Supporting our growth culture and advocating knowledge sharing
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