Blizzard Entertainment · 13 hours ago
Senior Software Engineer, Gameplay Physics - Unannounced Game
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$101K/yr - $187K/yr
7+ years expBlizzard Entertainment is known for crafting genre-defining games and legendary worlds. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer for Gameplay Physics to deliver high-quality, physics-driven gameplay systems for a new, unannounced game, collaborating with various teams to achieve a unified gameplay vision.
MMO GamesSoftwareVideo Games
Responsibilities
Collaborate with designers, artists, animators, and gameplay engineers to design, prototype, and implement polished physics-based vehicle and gameplay simulation systems
Develop, maintain, and optimize collision and physics frameworks with an emphasis on correctness, performance, scalability, and extensibility
Partner closely with cross-functional teams to achieve a unified gameplay vision and deliver AAA-quality player experiences
Conduct research and experimentation to evaluate new techniques and technologies that improve physics simulation and gameplay feel
Provide technical leadership through code reviews, architectural guidance, and mentorship of other engineers
Champion Blizzard Entertainment’s core values and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive development culture
Qualification
Required
7+ years of professional gameplay engineering experience, or a combination of applicable training and related experience
Demonstrated contributions to the physics simulation or gameplay systems of at least one AAA game title or comparable real-time interactive application
Proven ability to work collaboratively within cross-disciplinary teams and foster productive partnerships across all departments
Demonstrated ability to inspire colleagues through an enthusiastic approach to game development and a commitment to continuous improvement of core skills
Ability to take initiative and manage responsibilities independently, demonstrating strong ownership and accountability
Experienced and knowledgeable player of a wide range of games; able to use this expertise to enhance creative and technical decisions
Strong C++ programming expertise, including profiling, performance analysis, and optimization of real-time systems
Extensive experience working with real-time 3D games and applied 3D mathematics
Experience delivering complex gameplay features in collaboration with designers, artists, animators, and level designers
Familiarity with physics and collision systems used in modern game engines
A team-oriented approach to problem solving and collaboration
Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to non-technical partners
A mentorship mindset with a passion for helping others grow and succeed
A player-focused mentality with a strong desire to improve accessibility and overall player experience
Preferred
Experience developing gameplay mechanics in a multiplayer client/server architecture
Experience with the Unreal Engine, particularly its physics and collision systems
Experience developing or tuning vehicle models for real-time 3D AAA games
Experience optimizing gameplay systems for console platforms
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave
Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others
If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance
Company
Blizzard Entertainment
Blizzard Entertainment develops and publishes gaming software and computer games such as World of Warcraft, Hearthstone and StarCraft.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Walter Kong
SVP, Head of Development, Live Games/Mobile
Jamie Ortiz
Associate Production Manager, Creative Development
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