PLAY, GROW and WIN
To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator and aim at excellence.
At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make video games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004.
Virtuosi are a team of experts – people who have come together to share their mutual passion for producing high-quality games. People who share the same enthusiasm in exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.
As a group, Virtuos has become a recognized leader in its field, has been growing faster than its peers have in recent years, and is pursuing an aggressive global expansion strategy. To this end, we are seeking an experienced Junior Gameplay Engineer who can join our team and help pave the way towards our new goals.
Responsibilities
Our newest studio Calypte based in California specializes in video game co-development for console and PC titles. As our studio is continuing to grow with new and exciting opportunities, we are seeking to add full-time positions to the Engineering Team to work with our Technical Director and create excellent gameplay experiences.
Player experience is at the core of a Gameplay Engineer. They work across many areas of development from UX to AI. Creating first-class gameplay experiences requires creative solutions for technical challenges. Gameplay engineers are responsible for creating sustainable and robust technology to meet our product quality expectations. They relish collaboration with many disciplines to create amazing player experiences.
Responsibilities:
Implement game features and systems
Strong teammate
Problem-solving, debugging and designing within a gameplay space
Participates in engineering rituals to develop skills and experience
Proactive learning throughout the product development life cycle
Qualifications
Experience working in Unreal
Strong skills in C++
Strong mathematical skills
Self-motivated, strong work ethic, and a passion for learning
Passionate about player experience
We offer
Competitive compensation and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vison & 401(K) match with no vesting required)
Annual bonus
Paid annual vacation and sick leave
Paid Parental leave available from day 1
Flexibility in where you work
Research and Development Opportunities
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
World-class talent with experience on some of the industry’s biggest games
Developing video games with some of the most well-known publishers (2K, Sony, Square Enix, Activision, Microsoft, etc).
People focused culture
People matter. Diverse opinions and experiences matter. At Virtuos, our talented teams are the cornerstone of our success, and we recognize that fostering and advocating for inclusivity is at the center of what we do best - we make games better, together. Virtuos is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity of thought, expression, culture, and backgrounds.