JOB DESCRIPTION
Senior Gameplay Programmers develop gameplay elements which facilitate the playability of the game; the link between the player's actions and the consequences of those actions on the running game state.
What you will do:
1. Implement and optimize the gameplay systems and features with the game designer to ensure fluid playability
2. Use prototyping techniques to demonstrate the validity/invalidity of a feature idea
3. Investigate and fix the bugs detected by the production and quality control teams
4. Establish the technical possibilities for the different features
5. Explore and understand the game design documents to define the required features and game systems that must be developed in the engine
6. Validate and verify if the newly developed systems meet project intentions and are coherent with the existing code
Qualifications
What you bring:
7. At least 3 years of prior experience in the AAA industry
8. Experience in programming robust and efficient code
9. Excellent knowledge in C++
10. Experience in working on existing engines
11. Ability to work efficiently with large, existing code bases
12. Familiarity with game-related 3D mathematical concepts
13. Excellent communication and good English skills
14. Ability to work well as part of a team
What to send our way:
15. Your CV, highlighting your education, experience and skills
16. A cover letter including your earliest starting date, expected salary and why you would like to join us
17. Please provide a portfolio with examples of your previous work/projects - be sure to check the link is working when applying.
Additional information
What we offer:
18. Relocation support: We offer financial support in form of a cash allowance and assistance with accommodation search and settle-in support via our relocation partner, for international candidates we offer visa assistance
19. Ubisoft Blue Byte Academy: We offer multiple opportunities for you to discover your full potential and develop yourself in various areas. Guest speakers from the industry, workshops, and access to our training and development platform as well as to our in-house library
20. Discounted and free games: Discount on employee game orders & free Ubisoft games on Ubisoft Connect
21. Hybrid work model: Provides the flexibility to combine working from the studio and your home within Germany
22. Monthly Mobility Budget: 80€ per month that can be used on bicycle lease, parking spot rental or public transportation ticket
23. Up to 350€ childcare support per child per month
24. Company Pension Scheme: We offer an attractive company pension scheme
25. Gym subsidy: We contribute 50% (up to a maximum amount of 25€) towards the monthly cost of a gym membership of your choice
26. English and German online lessons for free: Good to know: Our main language in the studio is English
27. 26 days paid vacation per year
28. Corporate Benefits web portal: Employee discount program for affiliated retailers, shops, and service providers
Ubisoft offers the same job opportunities to all, without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability, or age. Ubisoft ensures the development of an inclusive work environment which mirrors the diversity of our players’ community.