Principal Gameplay Programmer

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Date: Apr 10, 2024

Location: Montréal, Quebec, CA, H4C 1L8

Company: Hasbro

At Invoke, our mission is to Have Fun Building Great Games.

We believe the best games come from people who love what they do, in an environment that values them and their ideas. That’s why we make games that our younger selves used to dream about and that we would like to play (or that we still like to play). And we make sure that everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our collective success. Being part of Wizards of the Coast, we get to contribute to a collection of games that have inspired players and developers for decades.

At Invoke, you get to play your part as a valued member of an open and dedicated team within a magical world!

 

Job Description 

 

Invoke is looking for a Senior Gameplay Programmer. As a Senior Gameplay Programmer, you'll be involved in all phases of development, working in collaboration with the core team to create and maintain innovative and high-performance game systems. 

   

What you'll do 

 

  • Collaborate with game designers and artists to implement and refine gameplay mechanics, systems, and features; 

  • Write efficient, maintainable, scalable and well-documented code for gameplay elements, including character behavior, AI, controls, and game physics; 

  • Optimize code and systems to ensure smooth performance on various platforms and hardware configurations; 

  • Debug and troubleshoot gameplay issues, identifying and resolving bugs and performance bottlenecks; 

  • Mentor and provide guidance to the other programmers in the team when needed by sharing your expertise; 

  • Contribute to the design and planning of gameplay systems and mechanics; 

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure a cohesive and enjoyable player experience; 

  • Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and consistency. 

 

Ideally, what You'll Bring 
 

  • 8+ years of professional experience in game development, with a strong focus on gameplay programming; 

  • Proficiency in C++ or other relevant programming languages commonly used in game development; 

  • Proven ability to work effectively within a team and communicate ideas and solutions clearly; 

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for creating high-quality gaming experiences; 

  • Previous experience as a lead or senior programmer on at least one shipped title is a plus; 

  • Passion for Multiplayer and PVP live Game is a plus; 

  • Experience with Unreal Engine and development tools is a plus; 

  • Excellent communication skills in French and English

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Invoke commits to offer equal working chances to every individual, without regard based on the following: age, sex, sexual orientation, physical disability, race, religion, citizenship, native country or any other possible particularities. We sincerely believe in a respectful and open-minded work environment, in which everyone can fully contribute to 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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