Gameplay Programmer

• As a Gameplay Programmer you will be working with our bespoke, cutting edge, multi-threaded engine to create gameplay mechanics and systems, which immerse players within the vast, yet highly detailed spacescapes of some of the most ambitious games ever developed
• Working with the latest PC hardware, technology and APIs, we develop an extensive range of highly realistic and systemic features to simulate gameplay ranging from multi-crew space flight combat to planetary first-person shooter, asteroid mining to cargo running, and bounty hunting to cinematic storytelling
• Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations
• We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe
• Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history
• Designing and implementing well-engineered, reliable, scalable and robust code
• Collaborating with other team members and disciplines to develop various gameplay systems
• Peer-reviewing technical designs and documentation with the help of the wider team
• Identifying technical and developmental risks and obstacles while creating innovative solutions to overcome them
• Driving engineering principles and practices for their teams, pushing boundaries and promoting new and innovative ways of working
• Supporting our growth culture and advocating knowledge sharing

Benefits

• Employer funded tax-free Health Reimbursement Arrangement for qualified medical expenses up to $5,000 per employee and $15,000 per family
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Paid Short and Long Term Disability Leave
• Life Insurance & AD&D coverage
• 401(k) Plan with up to 4% company match
• Pet Insurance
• Discounted Gym Membership through CIGNA
• Yearly Flu-shot Clinic
• Employee Resource Groups for traditionally underrepresented groups, minorities and allies
• Full Medical, Dental and Vision coverage (100% free for employee level coverage and subsidized for dependents)

• Are comfortable working with C++ in a large, shared codebase
• Work well in a co-located yet collaborative team environment
• Have a good knowledge of 3D mathematics
• Have experience with programming game features and systems
• A true passion for making games is a must, and we would also like it if you:
• Can explain and present technical solutions to both programmers and team members from other disciplines