Junior Gameplay Programmer
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About the Position
Gunzilla Games is looking for a Junior Gameplay Programmer to join our team in Kyiv, Ukraine. In this role, you will collaborate with Game Designers to develop and support various gameplay features and entities for our game OTG (Off The Grid), an all-new AAA Battle Royale 2.0 third-person shooter, available as Early Access on PlayStation®5, Xbox® Series X|S, and PC.
About the Company
Founded in 2020, Gunzilla Games is an independent AAA video game developer and publisher. Our team is composed of industry-leading professionals from studios such as Ubisoft, Electronic Arts (EA), and THQ. We are driven by innovation and a commitment to creating next-generation gaming experiences.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop the core gameplay features and systems for our game
- Work closely with artists and designers to iterate on the gameplay mechanics
- Contribute ideas and feedback toward all aspects of the game
- Maintain and optimize the existing game systems
- Document and extend the documentation on the gameplay features and systems
- Self-manage programming tasks and coordinate them with the production team
Requirements
- 1+ years of professional experience/knowledge of C++
- Experience with Unreal Engine
- Strong 3D math knowledge (vectors, matrices, Linear Algebra)
- Experience working in the Games Development industry
- Ability to self-manage tasks and complete features from scratch
- Passion for playing and making games
- Strong understanding of software engineering practices
Nice to Have
- Experience in Network programming
- Experience in Multithreading and parallel programming
- Knowledge of OS internals (process/thread/memory management)
- Understanding of how CPUs and GPUs work
- Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and able to work independently
We Offer
- Unlimited Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Flexible Working
- Work from Home
- Health Insurance
- Bonuses
- English / German Courses
- Public Transportation
- Relocation & Accommodation Support
- Office Perks & Gym Membership
Some benefits may vary depending on Location & position
The Recruitment Process
Here’s what you can expect when applying at Gunzilla.
- Click on "Apply Here" on the page of the role and send us your CV via email.
- If selected to move to the next stage, you’ll be contacted by a member of our recruitment team.
- Some roles require a competency test, which the recruitment team will support you on.
- Zoom interviews will be conducted by your hiring manager, or you’ll be invited to meet us at our recruiting studio.
- Following your interview, we’ll contact you either way.
- If the interview went well but we feel you aren’t suited to the specific role, we’ll retain your details (with your permission) for future consideration.
Come as You Are
Videogames are for everyone, so everyone should have the opportunity to create them. We’re looking for a huge variety of unique life experiences to help shape the worlds we’re developing, so promise your application will be given the same consideration as everyone else’s, regardless of your background.
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Gunzilla Games is a game developer founded on the desire to innovate, break down technological boundaries, and create next-generation gaming experiences players will remember forever. We are currently working on Off The Grid (OTG), a cyberpunk Battle Royale 2.0.Our team has a wealth of proven knowledge touching on all corners of the gaming industry and a passion for pushing player experiences forward. Our studios are located in three iconic metropolitan locations: Kyiv, Frankfurt, and Los Angeles.OUR VALUESPlayers First & Foremost. We aim to create titles that players love and get lost in, so our games are developed with them in mind from the start.We Believe in Our People. We believe in building strong teams of self-motivated individuals empowered to work at their best in a supportive environment; when we’re strong together, we thrive together.Commitment to Engagement & Quality. We are deeply passionate about what we do, ensuring we produce next-generation experiences of the highest caliber.Make Bold Moves & Innovate. We strive to make bold moves and push technology to its limits; there are no wrong steps if the outcome redefines the boundaries.Open & Honest. We believe in building trust through transparency and honest communication. We’re proud of who we are, what we stand for, and what we’re building.COME AS YOU AREVideogames are for everyone, so everyone should have the opportunity to create them. We’re looking for a huge variety of unique life experiences to help shape the worlds we’re developing, so promise your application will be given the same consideration as everyone else’s, regardless of your background.Let’s make video game history together!