Gameplay Engineer
thatgamecompany$49,530 - $149,243/year
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Senior Gameplay Software Engineer (Unreal Engine 5) at Blackbird Interactive
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Game DevelopmentIndustries
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience with C++ in Unreal Engine 4 or 5, with a strong track record of gameplay system development
- BSc in Computer Science or a college diploma in software engineering, game programming, or a closely related field
- Shipped multiple titles, including at least one where you owned significant gameplay features from concept to release
- Excel at bridging design vision with technical execution, and enjoy collaborating across disciplines
- Think critically about player experience, systemic design, and clean abstraction
- Experienced with performance profiling, memory budgeting, and debugging tools
- Communicate clearly, advocate for efficiency, and lead by example in engineering culture
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of player-facing mechanics such as traversal, combat, interaction, and abilities in C++ and Blueprints
- Define modular, scalable gameplay frameworks that empower content creators, support networked play, and scale across PC and console SKUs
- Collaborate deeply with design, animation, audio, and production to ensure features are robust, performant, and aligned with creative goals
- Profile, analyze, and optimize gameplay systems across platforms to meet performance and memory targets
- Provide technical mentorship, guide best practices, and elevate the engineering team through thoughtful code reviews and pair programming
- Prototype and evaluate new gameplay paradigms, stay current with UE5 tech (e.g. GAS, MassEntity, Chaos), and lead knowledge-sharing initiatives within the studio
Skills
Unreal Engine 5
C++
Blueprints
Gameplay Systems
Networking
Performance Optimization
Console Development
Blackbird Interactive
Develops immersive video games and experiences
About Blackbird Interactive
Blackbird Interactive is an independent game development studio located in Vancouver, Canada, known for creating immersive video games and interactive experiences. The studio's products include high-quality video games, with a notable history linked to the sci-fi classic "Homeworld." Their games are developed with input from all team members, fostering a creative culture. BBI also provides services in art direction, concept art, and intellectual property development to other gaming studios, allowing them to earn revenue from both game sales and service contracts. Unlike many competitors, BBI offers flexible work arrangements, including in-studio, remote, and hybrid options, which helps attract and retain talent. The company's goal is to produce engaging games while maintaining a productive and secure work environment.
Vancouver, CanadaHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, GamingIndustries
201-500Employees