Gameplay programmer

With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games. As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Gameplay Programmer to join the team and help us in crafting the high calibre games our fans have come to expect.

Responsibilities

• Work on all aspects of systems of the game: engine features, gameplay, UI, audio, animation, scripting, tools.


• Work closely together with the other departments to implement the needed game components;


• Work together with almost all content creators to deliver required features;


• Write robust, maintainable auto-testable code in TDD fashion;


• Be an active participant in the design and production of the game — technical side of the creative team and first line of feedback;


• Help scope features and advise on best ways to implement them;


• Work within an international team on a daily basis, spread between multiple studios across the world.

Requirements

• 4+ years experience  in C++;


• Excellent feel for RPG systems and gameplay in general;


• Experience with commercial proprietary engines;


• Open-minded, willing to experiment and iterate over a specific feature;


• Concepts as state machines, pathfinding, AI routines should be second nature;


• Ability to think like a designer to create compelling and fun game play;


• Can easily communicate in English;


• You are a team player and willing to take responsibility;


• Passion for making and playing great games;


• Excellent software design and problem-solving skills;


• Excellent software debugging skills.


• Excellent architectural skills. Designing many parallel and gameplay systems is not a problem for you;


• Game development experience.


• This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration and creativity.

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or software engineering;


• Experience with machine learning algorithms;


• Experience with TDD and ECS;


• Background in RPGs;


• Shipped game/console titles.

What We Offer

• An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel


• An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged


• A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields


• Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues


• Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees


• Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback

We are looking for highly motivated individuals with ever-evolving skillsets and passion for player experience. If you want to contribute to making amazing RPG experiences, we would love to hear from you.