Senior Gameplay Programmer
Senior Gameplay Programmer
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$ 160300 - 200400
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Why PlayStation
PlayStation isnt just the Best Place to Play its also the Best Place to Work. Today were recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5 PlayStation4 PlayStationVR PlayStationPlus acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios and more.
PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation technology and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.
The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment a whollyowned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.
This is a hybrid position based in our studio in Santa Monica CA.
For nearly 40 years Naughty Dog has been crafting bestselling critically acclaimed games that constantly push the boundaries of narrative gameplay and technology. Naughty Dog recently released The Last of Us Part II Remastered as well as a current generation remake of The Last of Us Part I for the PS5. Were also proud to say that The Last of Us Parts I and II are now available for the first time on PC. Currently were busy at the kennel working onIntergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and The Last of Us Part II Remastered for PC and wed love to find talented individuals to join us.
Naughty Dog games have long been lauded for their evocative characterdriven stories and attention to detail. We are committed to innovation within our games and as such have curated some of the top creative and technically innovative minds in the industry. We welcome diverse candidates and believe that a broad range of cultural and life experiences contributes to the overall wellbeing and success of the studio and the titles we craft together.
In service of these goals Naughty Dog is growing our Programming team! Come help us to push the technical limits of video games by implementing new ideas to make our heroes and their world feel more real and more alive. As a Senior Gameplay Programmer you will collaborate closely across disciplines such as Design and Animation to create and iterate on various new and existing systems based on the needs of the project with some of the best developers in the world.
What you will do:
Work closely with the Design and Animation teams to bring ideas and new gameplay features into the game.
Programming systems like player movement melee animation AI weapons vehicles and navigation.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
What skills you will use:
Minimum of 1 shipped AAA game
Minimum of 5 years working in the video game industry
Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent work experience
Strong math skills with emphasis on 3D math
Strong knowledge of C and C programming languages
Possesses the ability and drive to contribute and advance all aspects of a game
Bonus Skills:
Console programming experience
Passion for playing and developing exceptional games
Interest in crafting and iterating on momenttomoment gameplay.
As part of the Naughty Dog application process candidates should expect to be given a technical interview.
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Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on jobrelated factors which may include knowledge skills experience and location.
In addition this role is eligible for SIEs toptier benefits package that includes medical dental vision matching 401(k) paid time off wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Clickhere to learn more.
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
$160300 $200400 USD
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity gender expression and gender reassignment) race (including colour nationality ethnic or national origin) religion or belief marital or civil partnership status disability age sexual orientation pregnancy maternity or parental status trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.
We strive to create an inclusive environment empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
