Gameplay Engineer

2K
California
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 85,700 - 126,860 annuallyFunction: Software EngineeringExperience: 3+ yearsSkills: ["Communication","Problem-solving","Debugging","Collaboration","Ownership","Adaptability","Self-motivation","Empathy","Detail orientation"]

Bridge technical execution and creative vision to build player-centric gameplay systems for BioShock. Collaborate closely with design and art teams to architect and coordinate new Gameplay features and systems (player verbs, camera, weapons). Develop within Unreal Engine 5 by adapting existing systems and creating new technology, while identifying risks and partnering across engineering, animation, and audio to deliver immersive gameplay experiences.

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2K
2K
6 months ago

Gameplay Engineer

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Job Summary

Bridge technical execution and creative vision to build player-centric gameplay systems for BioShock. Collaborate closely with design and art teams to architect and coordinate new Gameplay features and systems (player verbs, camera, weapons). Develop within Unreal Engine 5 by adapting existing systems and creating new technology, while identifying risks and partnering across engineering, animation, and audio to deliver immersive gameplay experiences.
Location: California
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Software Engineering
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Work closely with design and art teams to realize creative ambitions
  • •Architect and coordinate implementation of new gameplay systems and features (player verbs, camera, weapons)
  • •Develop within Unreal 5 by adapting existing systems and building new technology
  • •Stay current on technological developments in the game industry
  • •Identify technical/development risks and generate solutions while partnering across engineering, animation, and audio

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 85,700 - 126,860 annually
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVision401kPaid LeavePaid HolidaysPaid SickParental LeaveLife InsuranceCommuter BenefitsWellness StipendEquity

Key Requirements

  • •3+ years of industry or related experience
  • •Experience contributing to a gameplay engineering team
  • •Strong 3D math skills with C/C++ experience
  • •Familiarity with C/C++ and object-oriented (OO) design principles
  • •Commitment to code quality, documentation, and sound testing procedures
Experience:3+ yearsGame industry
Skills:CommunicationProblem-solvingDebuggingCollaborationOwnershipAdaptabilitySelf-motivationEmpathyDetail orientation
Languages:EnglishFrench
Tech Stack:Unreal 5Unreal EngineC/C++Object-Oriented (OO)3D Math

Company Brief

2K
2K is a video game publisher and developer known for sports, action, and strategy franchises such as NBA 2K, WWE 2K, Borderlands, and Sid Meier’s Civilization. It operates as a major label within Take-Two Interactive.
Industry: Gaming
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Novato, United States
Founded: 2005
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