Cloud Imperium Games
Senior Gameplay Programmer
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About Us
We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the “Best Damn Space Sim Ever”. We want to build the best we can deliver and we believe wholeheartedly in the value of exceptional diverse talent.
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 video game history.
Role
Cloud Imperium Games is looking for a skilled and talented Senior Gameplay Programmer to work on our exciting PC space combat sim, Star Citizen! The Senior Gameplay Programmer will work in a cooperative, cross-disciplinary team environment to implement game features and systems within our own StarEngine. Our engine, StarEngine, is a multi-million line multi-platform project. Every programmer is recompiling the code base multiple times a day.
For more information about life at Cloud Imperium Games, check this out - https://youtu.be/cXjp7SRBpIA
Responsibilities
- Design and implement well-engineered, reliable, maintainable, and bug-free code
- Collaborate with team members to develop various gameplay systems
- Follow best practices, development processes, and coding standards
- Document and peer review technical designs with other software engineers
- Work with QA, providing the information needed to fully test developed code
- Provide support to internal customers for developed software
- Keep up to date on state-of-the-art software engineering methods, practices, and technologies
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What We're Looking For
A true passion for making games is a must, and we would also like it if you:
- Are comfortable working with C++ in a large, shared codebase.
- Have a good knowledge of 3D mathematics.
- Have experience with programming game features and systems.
- Work well in a co-located yet collaborative team environment.
- Can explain and present technical solutions to both programmers and team members from other disciplines.
We are always keen to hear from passionate gameplay programmers, so join the ‘verse and become our latest Star Citizen!
Diversity Statement
CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.
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We are aware of people receiving job offers that fraudulently allege to be from CIG. These types of fraud can be carried out through false websites, fake email addresses claiming to be from our company, or social media. We do not ask for your personal info like bank account numbers, identification numbers, etc through social media or chat-based apps, nor do we request or send money for the purchase of business equipment.
If you suspect fraud, please report it to your local authorities, as well as reaching out to us at info{@}cloudimperiumgames.com with any information you may have.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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