Game Programmer Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

We looking for an experienced Game Programmer. Ideally, this programmer has multiplayer experience and has implemented a wide range of gameplay systems in a game. As a Game Programmer, you will be responsible for scoping, creating, and supporting core gameplay systems. Our ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, outstanding problem-solving skills, the ability to deliver on time, and works well in a team environment.

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Interact with design leads to implement various game mechanics, from concept stage to release quality.
Collaborate with the technical team to engineer and implement various critical game systems.
Write and maintain documentation for all created gameplay systems.

Requirements & Skills 1

5+ years of game development experience on PC, console, or mobile titles
Extensive experience using UE4 and demonstrable coding ability in C++ / Blueprints
Strong math skills, knowledge of vectors, matrices, and linear algebra.
Experience working with designers and/or creative leads
- Attention for detail and correctness
- Passion and enthusiasm for video games
- Ability to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal)

Job summary 2

We are looking for an experienced Game Programmer to join growing Engineering team. We believe that the best gameplay experiences are driven by collaboration and iteration between gameplay programmers, designers, and artists. You will play a critical role in driving future gameplay features.

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Experiment with game design and use rapid prototyping while ensuring that strong architectural and algorithmic decisions are made
Work closely with art and design to create and iterate on gameplay features
Prototype and iterate on features and be willing to accept and respond to critical feedback
- Optimize and fix bugs in existing gameplay systems
- Contribute ideas toward all aspects of the game’s production and development
- Write robust, maintainable code

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Job summary 3

We are looking for a passionate Game Programmer who is interested in working with next-generation virtual reality training solutions. Candidate must have proven professional programming experience in video games, serious games, simulations and/or virtual reality and meet the following Minimum Required Qualifications.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Take ownership of new and existing features of game engines like Unity and Unreal Engine, content editor and tools
Work closely with customers to design and implement new features
Have a general knowledge of the inner workings of game engines including rendering, physics, AI, sound and networking
Suggest, design and implement improvements to the inner workings of game engines
- Produce code that is clear and structured, that coheres to coding standards, taking into account performance, maintenance and compatibility requirements of customers
- Document existing and new features for internal and customer reference
- Support Mass Virtual customers by identifying and correcting software bugs

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Job summary 4

We are currently looking for a skilled and motivated Game Programmer to join our team.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Work on challenging, non-trivial tasks in the game dev environment
- Work in an environment where code peer reviews are essential. You should be able to accept peer reviews in a professional, positive, and constructive way, just like how your colleagues will respond to your reviews.
- Work on shaders, procedural mesh generation, and GPU physics (as well as overall optimization of systems)
- Be involved in the entire development lifecycle

Requirements & Skills 4

Be a team player
Significant experience with Unity3D
Software designs skills, including OOP
Experience with source control concepts and tools
- Graphical programming skills: knowledge of meshes, textures, and shaders
- A strong understanding of physics, math algorithms, and procedural generation
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English

Job summary 5

The Game Programmer should have a combination of strong creative/visual aesthetics and technical knowledge. We are looking for a candidate with extensive experience in every aspect of the content creation pipeline. This individual will have a proven track record of successfully working collaboratively, solving pipeline problems, and creating and improving cutting-edge tools and processes on art teams, and game production experience in a lead role.

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Job summary 6

We are looking to hire a Game Programmer. The ideal candidate will have experience with modding.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Modify video game to feature new game play elements and custom assets in a timely matter
Ensure extensive testing of mods before delivery to client
- Must be a strong communicator
- Must be detailed oriented
- Must be a team player

Requirements & Skills 6

Must have modding experience
Must have C# experience
- Must have unity experience
- Must have knowledge of Directories
- Must have portfolio of past work

Job summary 7

Our Game Studio is looking for a talented Game Programmer to join our team that is pushing the bleeding-edge development for the PC and consoles. In this role the Game Programmer will write and develop application specific code based on design requirements. The Game Programmer will work closely with artists, lead engine programmers, designers and producers to implement game features.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Collaborate on the implementation of new gameplay features: player and characters’ behaviors, combat and powers mechanics, user interface, etc.
- Work closely with designers, artists, and other programmers to iterate on gameplay features and ensure a great player experience.
- Develop and own full aspect of the game experience.
- Collaborate with other members of the programmers’ team to build sustainable and maintainable technologies and optimized code on all platforms

Requirements & Skills 7

B.Sc. in Computer Science and/or Mathematics
Proficient with c++ and object-oriented programming
Development experience in the games industry a plus.
Development experience on game consoles (Xbox360/PS3/Xbox One/PS4) a plus
- Ability to contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Must work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks

Job summary 8

Seeking an accomplished Game Programmer to work with a team of experienced engineers on an unannounced game using our proprietary engine and tools. Candidate would be expected to work in several areas of game development, however would be primarily tasked with gameplay related functionality. The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, a team-oriented, collaborative approach to development, and be experienced in many areas of game development—including programming tasks related to a variety of subjects such as physics, graphics, gameplay, networking, math, tools, etc. Candidate must be focused on the quality of their work, be able to learn quickly, be able to complete any programming task efficiently, and be able to grasp new technologies and concepts quickly.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Implement gameplay related tasks
Perform research to acquire new knowledge necessary to perform assigned tasks
Design and develop technical features specific to the game
- Design and develop game systems that contribute to the core technology framework
- Work closely with game designers, producers, engineers, and artists to ensure the highest quality product
- Put in the effort and time necessary to complete tasks in a timely fashion as well as making sure they are robust, expandable, and fun

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Job summary 9

We are looking for a passionate Game Programmer with the desire to join our team and develop best in class games.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Work closely with artists and engineers to design, research, schedule and implement rendering features
Work on related tools and technology features as required
- Be comfortable with memory and performance optimizations
- Enhance existing rendering functionality and do general performance analysis and optimization
- Collaborate with Programmers, Designers and other game teams

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Job summary 10

We are looking for a Game Programmer to join our development team to work on a new open-world multiplayer game! The Game Programmer will report to our Lead Programmer and will work directly with the programming team tasked with implementing game features and systems within the Unreal game engine ultimately creating a compelling experience for our players.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Follow best practices, development processes, and coding standards.
Create and implement well-engineered, reliable, maintainable, and bug-free code.
Develop online gameplay features in C ++ in the Unreal Engine.
Develop and test code, fix bugs, and profile and optimize code.
- Collaborate with team members to develop various gameplay systems.
- Collaborate with designers, animators, and other stakeholders to implement gameplay features.
- Additional duties include assisting with content creation for game development and assisting with quality control of all products

Requirements & Skills 10

3+ years of related experience.
B.A. or B.S. Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Game Design, Technical degree or equivalent relevant programming experience.
At least 1 shipped game title.
Experience working with UE4.
An aptitude for breaking down complex problems and strong software design skills.
Excellent C++ skills.
- Excellent problem-solving ability.
- Strong math skills, knowledge of vectors, matrices and linear algebra.
- Strong communication skills (English is our working language).

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