Sr Gameplay Programmer
Job Description
PlayStation isn't just the Best Place to Play —it's also the Best Place to Work. We've thrilled gamers since 1994, when we launched the original PlayStation. Today, we're recognized as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment. The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation.
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We are seeking an experienced Sr Gameplay Programmer for the development of a new unannounced title!
You're into games – you love playing them and love building them. And you love to code, but if they asked you to come up with some ideas for a feature or for a title, yeah, you could do that – which means you get along great with game designers, the people who use your tools and systems to make the product a blast. You're talented and motivated, with tons of initiative. You get things done. Sound interesting? Give us a shout!
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, implement, and maintain systems and tools to support gameplay (animation, locomotion, navigation, combat, etc.).
Collaborate with designers, artists, and other programmers as needed.
Write clear, maintainable, portable, and highly functional code.
Profile and optimize to remove bottlenecks.
Test and document code produced.
Support tools and technology as needed for specific project requirements.
Mentor and guide less experienced programmers as needed.
REQUIREMENTS
B.Sc. degree in computer science or equivalent experience.
Minimum five years professional programming experience.
Good understanding of what makes a game fun and interesting to play.
Expertise in C and C++.
Strong programming generalist with solid code architecture skills.
Proficient in linear algebra.
Enthusiasm and initiative.
Excellent spoken and written communication.
Able and motivated to work with other team members.
Commitment to code quality, documentation, and sound testing procedures.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
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