Senior Gameplay Engineer - Remote - $32/Hour - Netflix Partner Studio - MMORPG Development

Join the Future of Gaming with Spry Fox, a Netflix Partner Studio

Welcome to Spry Fox, a pioneering game development studio that has been at the forefront of creating engaging, original, and non-violent games for over a decade. As a remote-first studio with a global team of talented individuals, we are committed to making the world a better place through our games. Our motto, "make the world a better area," drives everything we do, from designing MMOs that foster friendships and discourage toxicity to crafting puzzle games that promote English language learning. Now, as part of Netflix, we have the freedom to focus on creating thoughtful, original games without worrying about monetization.

About Our Studio Culture

At Spry Fox, we strive to be a studio that is a delight to work for, an essential but not dominating part of your life. We recognize that crunch is a counterproductive practice and aim to avoid it. We want you to have friends, family, hobbies, and a life outside of work. We want you to love your colleagues and know that they support you 100%. We want you to be proud of what you do and how you do it. As a remote team, we prioritize communication and collaboration, with flexible schedules and online presence from 10am to 2pm PST.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Gameplay Engineer to join our team in developing an original, non-violent MMORPG. As a Senior Gameplay Engineer, you will be responsible for building and maintaining gameplay and content systems, as well as data-driven tooling in Unreal Engine. You will work closely with our design team and engineering group to translate designs into polished player experiences and high-performance client and server code.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain gameplay and content systems in Unreal Engine
• Collaborate with the design team to translate designs into polished player experiences
• Work with the engineering group to develop high-performance client and server code
• Focus on the instant-to-second or "game-experience" factors of the project
• Develop and maintain data-driven tooling to support gameplay and content creation
• Troubleshoot and optimize gameplay and performance issues

Requirements

Essential Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in game development, with a focus on gameplay engineering
• Strong C++ programming and debugging skills
• Experience with Unreal Engine and its architecture
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in a remote team environment
• Portfolio of work that showcases your gameplay engineering skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with animation programming
• Development experience with multiplayer projects
• Familiarity with data-driven tooling and game engine components
• Experience with automated testing and continuous integration
• Knowledge of game development pipelines and workflows

What We Offer

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary, with a focus on delivering top-of-market compensation. Our benefits package includes:

• Competitive hourly rate of $32/hour
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Flexible remote work arrangement with a global team
• Access to cutting-edge game development tools and technologies
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

Career Growth and Learning Benefits

At Spry Fox, we prioritize the growth and development of our team members. We offer:

• Opportunities for mentorship and coaching
• Access to industry conferences and workshops
• Training and development programs to enhance your skills
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our studio culture is built on the principles of collaboration, communication, and mutual respect. We value:

• Flexibility and work-life balance
• Open communication and transparency
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion

How to Apply

If you are passionate about game development, enjoy working in a collaborative and dynamic environment, and are looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio of work to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!

Don't miss out on this exciting role. Apply now and join our team of talented individuals in shaping the future of gaming!