Gunfire Games

Associate – Mid-Level – Senior Gameplay Programmer

Gunfire Games

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: AustinTexasUnited States

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Salary

💰 $60,000 - $130,000 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Implement Gameplay Features & Tools: Use C++ to build gameplay systems and tools based on design documentation and team collaboration.
  • Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with designers, artists, and animators to integrate gameplay mechanics, assets, and animations smoothly.
  • Debug & Optimize: Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues ranging from bugs to performance concerns.
  • Task Management: Manage your workload efficiently, communicate progress, and proactively improve workflows.
  • Grow & Improve: Learn from the team, take ownership of tasks, and grow your technical skillset at the Associate level; own features and contribute to system design at the Mid-Level; lead feature development and mentor others at the Senior level.

Requirements

  • Associate Level: 1–3 years of professional or equivalent experience
  • Solid foundation in C++
  • Familiarity with Unreal Engine
  • Strong desire to learn and grow
  • Mid-Level: 3–5+ years of professional game development experience
  • Shipped at least one PC or console title
  • Strong C++ skills
  • Experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5
  • Senior: 5+ years of professional experience
  • Multiple shipped titles
  • Deep C++ expertise
  • Strong Unreal Engine knowledge
  • Experience leading features and mentoring teammates
  • Working knowledge of Unreal Engine systems (Blueprints, AI, animation, physics, networking)
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • U.S. work authorization (no sponsorship required)
Benefits
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
C++Unreal EngineUnreal Engine 4Unreal Engine 5BlueprintsAIanimationphysicsnetworkinggame development
Soft skills
cross-disciplinary collaborationproblem-solvingtask managementcommunicationownershipmentoringteamworkdesire to learnworkflow improvementleadership