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Senior Gameplay Software Engineer (Unreal Engine 4)

1 day, 6 hours ago
Canada
Full-time
Senior
Game Developer
Software Development
C++
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Blackbird Interactive

Blackbird Interactive

Blackbird Interactive (BBI) is an independent game development studio based in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2010 by industry veterans, BBI is known for creating immersive strategy and adventure games like Homeworld: Deserts of Kharak and Hardspace: Sh...

Internet Software & Services
251-1K
Founded 2010
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Description

  • Lead development of player-facing gameplay mechanics such as traversal, combat, interaction, and abilities in C++ and Blueprints.
  • Define modular, scalable gameplay frameworks that support content creators, networked play, and multiple PC and console SKUs.
  • Collaborate with design, animation, audio, and production to ensure features are robust, performant, and aligned with creative goals.
  • Profile, analyze, and optimize gameplay systems to meet performance and memory targets across platforms.
  • Provide technical mentorship, conduct code reviews, and use pair programming to raise code quality and team capability.
  • Prototype and evaluate new gameplay paradigms and explore emerging Unreal Engine 5 technologies such as GAS, MassEntity, and Chaos.
  • Lead knowledge-sharing initiatives and help shape engineering practices within the studio.
  • Bridge design vision with technical execution to solve cross-disciplinary gameplay challenges.
  • Own significant gameplay features from concept through release on shipped titles.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional C++ experience in Unreal Engine 4 or 5.
  • BSc in Computer Science or a college diploma in software engineering, game programming, or a closely related field.
  • Experience shipping multiple titles, including at least one where you owned significant gameplay features from concept to release.
  • Strong experience with performance profiling, memory budgeting, and debugging tools.
  • Ability to collaborate across disciplines and translate design vision into technical implementation.
  • Critical thinking about player experience, systemic design, and clean abstraction.
  • Clear communication skills and a leadership-by-example approach to engineering culture.
  • Bonus: experience leading gameplay teams or mentoring mid/junior engineers.
  • Bonus: familiarity with animation programming, AI behavior systems, or multiplayer gameplay logic.
  • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and reside within Canada.

Benefits

  • Salary range of $105,000 to $155,000 per year.
  • Remote-first workplace with flexible work arrangements.
  • Opportunity to work on world-class IPs and original creations across multiple genres.
  • Long-term career growth within an independent studio.
  • Work on a wide range of projects in a creative-fueled, future-driven environment.

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