Python Developer – Game Tools & Content Systems
Sustainable TalentSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Game Development, Video GamesIndustries
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience creating tools for game development
- Shipped game titles
- Excellent C# and .NET skills for desktop applications
- A deep understanding of WPF and XAML
- Experience with, and excellent feel for UI/UX and tool design
- Experience improving long-lived internal tools with legacy components
- Thorough C++ knowledge
- Open-minded and willing to iterate on a feature based on feedback
- The ability to analyse and understand the workflows of other disciplines
- You seek constructive criticism and are open to discuss issues or requests with end-users
- You are passionate about improving developer productivity and communicate in a supportive way
- You are a team player and willing to take ownership of tools, planning and communication. Driving feature development from start to finish
- Fluent written and spoken English
- This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain all development tools
- Design, implement and maintain user interfaces
- Identify and solve problems in our content creation workflows and pipelines
- Engage closely with our narrative tools, spread across departments such as writing, scripting and cinematics
- Work with a multi-disciplinary team to implement new engine and editor features
- Be a driving force behind feature development, instrumental in finding the best solutions for new engine and tools features
- Communicate openly and regularly with team members and stakeholders
- Represent the team and its ideals in day-to-day communication
- Act as a role model and mentor for your fellow team members
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
Is this a remote role or does it require office presence?
This is a full-time, on-site role requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity.
What are the key required skills for this Senior Tools Programmer position?
The role requires 5+ years of experience creating tools for game development, shipped game titles, excellent C# and .NET skills for desktop applications, deep understanding of WPF and XAML, experience with UI/UX and tool design, thorough C++ knowledge, and strong communication and teamwork skills.
What is the company culture like at Larian Studios?
Larian Studios offers an open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged, with an international team of over 500 employees across 7 studios maintaining a small-studio feel, inclusive activities, and a commitment to making the best games possible.
What salary or compensation does this role offer?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What makes a strong candidate for this Tools Programmer role?
Strong candidates have 5+ years of tools experience in shipped games, expertise in C#/.NET, WPF/XAML, C++, and UI/UX design, plus a team-player mindset with ownership of features, openness to feedback, and passion for developer productivity.
Larian Studios
Develops high-quality role-playing video games
About Larian Studios
Larian Studios develops high-quality role-playing games (RPGs) and is best known for its acclaimed title, Divinity: Original Sin 2, which won PC Game of the Year in 2017. The company focuses on creating immersive gameplay experiences that include combat, exploration, puzzles, and dialogue. Larian Studios generates revenue primarily through the direct sale of its games on platforms like PC and consoles, and may also earn from downloadable content and expansions. What sets Larian Studios apart from its competitors is its commitment to player engagement and community feedback, actively involving players in the development process through social media. The company's goal is to continuously improve and innovate its games while maintaining high quality, as evidenced by its investment in internal tools for tracking performance and ongoing recruitment of talented developers.
Ghent, BelgiumHeadquarters
1996Year Founded
$3.2MTotal Funding
PRE_SEEDCompany Stage
GamingIndustries
201-500Employees