Associate Gameplay Engineer

Job Description

We are looking for a talented engineer with a passion for Gameplay to join our team. This is an opportunity to work on a cutting-edge Gameplay mechanics in the world's premiere FPS franchise. We're looking for someone who comes to the table with new ideas, but has the pragmatism required to ship a video game.

What you'll do…

Priorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
• Work with the engineering team and cross functions to craft best-in-class Gameplay experience for our next AAA title
• Contribute ideas, design, implement, optimize, and troubleshoot Gameplay systems in a large cross platform codebase

To succeed you should have…
• Core programming C/C++ skills and knowledge of algorithms and data structures
• Core debugging, optimization, and performance analysis skills
• Core math skills – especially linear algebra and 3D vector math
• Game knowledge and basic understanding of the design principles behind games
• Familiarity with development software including Visual Studio and Source Control Tools
• Ability to collaborate with other engineers as well as non-technical team members
• Ability to work well in a fluid, changing environment as creative and productive challenges evolve
• And most importantly, a passion for making games

We'd love it if you also…
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Gameplay mechanics, AI, Animation, Vehicle, simulations, Weapon mechanics, Physics, Collision, Networking
• Experience with scripting languages
• B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision Blizzard, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

PS, we've also got some pretty amazing office perks and benefits, like 20 vacation days and 16 holidays, 10 weeks of family leave, free lunches and snacks at our office, comprehensive healthcare, and more! Check out all the details here for more information: https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for 'Every World' - we've got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:
• 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.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the US, the standard base pay range for this role is $25.96 - $48.08 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all US locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role's range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-ro84j4-3-129-5-38-42 in your application.