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id Software · 1 day ago

Lead Gameplay Features Programmer

positionDallas, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$125K/yr - $240K/yr
date6+ years exp

id Software is looking for an experienced Lead Gameplay Features Programmer to join our team to work on some of the industries most celebrated and popular AAA titles. You will work closely with programmers, game designers, and artists to implement and improve fun game features for rewarding customer experiences.

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Hiring Manager
Shawn Guiney
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Responsibilities

Collaborate on the implementation of new gameplay features: player and characters’ behaviors, combat and powers mechanics, user interface, etc
Work closely with designers, artists, and other programmers to iterate on gameplay features and ensure a great player experience
Develop and own full aspect of the game experience
Collaborate with other members of the programmers’ team to build sustainable and maintainable technologies and optimized code on all platforms
Write clear, maintainable, portable C++ code
Capable of quick iteration and feedback loops while working with the team
Ability to review and critique code in a constructive manner

Qualification

C/C++Game designTeam leadershipMath skillsArchitectureCode reviewInnovative ideasIdTechConsole experienceCommunicationOrganizational skills

Required

6+ years in the games industry or demonstrable work in a first-person shooter game
2+ years in the game industry leading a team of direct reports
Strong knowledge of C/C++
Excellent math skills
Solid architecture and design ability
Ability to fearlessly jump into large, existing code bases
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience

Preferred

Experience with any version of idTech
Console experience
B.S. in computer science or equivalent study in related fields

Benefits

Healthcare benefits
401(k) plan and company match
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Wellbeing benefits
Paid vacation time
Paid sick and mental health time
Several paid holidays

Company

id Software

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id Software is an American video game development company with its headquarters in Richardson, Texas.
dateFounded in 1991
location
Richardson, Texas, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://www.idsoftware.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2009-06-24Acquired

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