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Senior Gameplay Programmer (CONTRACT)

Insomniac Games
Location
United States, Remote
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Insomniac Games
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Prior experience owning and delivering features in the areas of enemy, boss, or ally behaviors
  • Extensive C++ skills
  • Knowledge of memory management, performance optimization, systems interfaces, and other programming principles and best practices
  • Knowledge of mathematical concepts, particularly 3D math and visualization using linear algebra
  • An eye for player-centered design
Nice to have
  • Ability and willingness to articulate strengths and weaknesses of proposed features, and to advocate for alternatives
What the job really is

The Senior Gameplay Programmer (Contract) at Insomniac Games will work closely with content teams to design, implement, and maintain gameplay features, particularly focusing on enemy, boss, and ally behaviors. The role involves mentoring junior staff, creating flexible systems, and ensuring high-quality player experiences through effective collaboration and communication.

Benefits
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
Things to weigh
  • This is a 12-month contract position, which may affect job security.
  • The role is remote, but the company's culture embraces various working arrangements, which may be a consideration for some candidates.
  • The hourly pay rate is provided, but no additional salary details are specified beyond the range.
  • Background checks are conducted at the offer stage, which may include criminal background checks.
Job score2.8/5
Benefits2/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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