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Senior Gameplay Programmer, DMO
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Division/Studio: Vigil Games (Austin, TX)
Employment Status: Full Time - Benefits
Relocation Eligible: Yes
About Vigil Games:
Vigil Games was founded in 2005 by world renowned comic artist Joe Madureira and
video game industry veteran David Adams. In 2006, we became a member of the THQ
family. Vigil's recent release, Darksiders, available on current generation
console systems, has achieved both critical acclaim and solid retail sales. The
studio facility is located in the beautiful hills of Austin, TX. While always
striving to be a world class game development house, Vigil also provides an
exciting, fun, and creative work atmosphere.As part of the THQ family of studios, Vigil offers a very competitive compensation package that includes bonuses, stock options, health insurance, 401k, educational assistance, and much more.
Job Description:
Vigil Games is looking for an experienced Senior Gameplay Programmer to help implement and refine the overall gameplay experience of Dark Millennium Online. The Senior Gameplay Programmer will work closely with Programming, Art and Design leads to insure that all gameplay functionality is carried through to completion and provides an incredible player experience.
Core Responsibilities
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Implement gameplay related functionality including combat mechanics, economic and social systems, and other core game mechanics
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Deliver technical documentation for internal use
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Work with other team members to iterate and refine gameplay systems
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Contribute innovative and original ideas toward all aspects of the game’s production and development
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Write robust, maintainable code in line with Vigil’s implementation guidelines
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Maintain and improve code performance through profiling and optimization
Skills & Qualifications
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Has previously held a senior programming position on at least one shipped AAA console or PC title
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Extensive experience with C++ is required
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Specific interest or experience in one or more of the following areas is a big plus: cover mechanics, action combat in a high latency environment, social systems, player abilities and class balance
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Work experience on a AAA MMO or Live Team a strong plus
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Experience working with a cross-platform engine
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A strong understanding of Software Engineering practices
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Proven leadership and mentorship abilities
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Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
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Proven ability to multitask under considerable pressure
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An avid gamer with strong interest in pushing the industry forward creatively
Respond to the Job post by sending an email to jobs@vigilgames.com to apply for this position!
