Gameplay Programmer
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Job Summary
Gameplay Programmer
Location: Glasgow-based Studio/Hybrid/Remote
Term: 9 Month Contract
We are seeking a talented and passionate Gameplay Programmer to join our this role youll be at the heart of developing game mechanics player interactions and core gameplay features for our upcoming titles. Working closely with designers artists and fellow developers youll help transform creative ideas into compelling interactive experiences. This position requires a blend of technical expertise problem-solving skills and a strong understanding of game design principles. If you thrive in a collaborative fast-paced environment and have a passion for building engaging gameplay we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the design team to develop and refine core gameplay systems including character controls physics AI behaviours and game rules.
- Rapidly prototype new gameplay ideas to iterate on design concepts and enhance the player experience.
- Partner closely with designers artists and other programmers to ensure cohesive and engaging gameplay.
- Write efficient maintainable code to deliver optimal performance across multiple platforms.
- Identify troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges to improve gameplay quality and user experience.
- Design and implement AI behaviours and NPC logic to enhance immersion and gameplay complexity.
- Develop and integrate in-game UI elements and feedback systems that support and enrich the player experience.
- Contribute to brainstorming sessions offering technical insights to shape gameplay features.
Requirements
- 2 years of professional experience in game development with a focus on gameplay programming and at least 1 shipped title.
- Strong proficiency in C# (experience with Unity a must with Unreal Engine and C as a bonus).
- Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and game architecture.
- A portfolio demonstrating completed or in-progress projects with gameplay mechanics and systems youve built or contributed to.
- Passion for video games and a strong understanding of what makes gameplay fun and engaging.
- Ability to balance creative ambition with technical constraints to deliver smooth optimized gameplay
experiences.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot debug and optimize code for performance.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to evolving design needs in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
Desired Skills
- Experience with multiplayer or networked gameplay systems.
- Previous experience working on shipped multi-platform titles.
- Knowledge of procedural generation techniques.
Key Skills
- Mainframe Development
- Cobol
- SQL
- .NET
- C/C++
- Coordinate Measuring Machine
- Relational Databases
- Microsoft SQL Server
- C#
- Visual Studio
- Visual Basic
- Db2
About Company
Blazing Griffin is a digital entertainment company specialising in TV and Film Production, Post Production and Video Game Development.
