Job Description

Overview:

Our client, based in the Van Nuys, CA area is in urgent need of an experienced LEAD GAMEPLAY ENGINEER to join the team on a full time basis. Experience in video game/ VR games is mandatory to be eligible for this role. 

• Role type:  full time 
• Location: Van Nuys, CA- on site required. 
• Ideal start date: ASAP
• Pay Range: TBD based on experience level + full benefits. 

Responsibilities:

• Use UE4's framework to create game systems and features in C++ and Blueprint, factoring external direction and team feedback into design decisions.

• Work with VR tools and concepts for the development of complex high-level stationary, room-scale and arena VR experiences, as well as integration of related peripherals and prop motion-tracking.

• This is a general programmer role, so tasks will involve things ranging from, but not limited to: Simple and complex AI, UI, cinematics, optimization, engine functionality, particle effects integration, sound integration, and general gameplay mechanics.

• Produce clean, well-documented code.

• Guide artists and Blueprint developers to create work that adheres to the design of game systems while maintaining good style and optimization standards.

• Dive into the UE4 source to make necessary architectural changes and understanding how that will affect future versions of the engine.
  
  

Qualifications:

•  4+ years of experience with Unreal Engine 4
• 4+ years with C++, both within the confines of Unreal and in general.
• Experience launching at least one shipped title as a lead developer.
• Experience with development for Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Gear VR, or other VR/AR tools and related hardware.
• Thorough understanding of Computer Science fundamentals
•  Experience with Perforce version control, including streams and integration processes.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
•  Working knowledge of the content creation tools and processes involved in real-time 3D asset production.
  
• US Applicants ONLY, LA locals ONLY