Would you like to become part of the team that includes the creative visionaries behind Oblivion and Rise of Nations, as well as Drizzt Do’Urden and Spawn? 38 Studios, LLC is currently seeking a Gameplay Engineer to join the Programming team at the Big Huge Games studio in Timonium, Maryland. This is a full-time position with competitive salary, full benefits and 401(k), and the chance to be part of gaming history! 

Summary

As a Gameplay Engineer, you will be responsible for architecting, implementing, maintaining, debugging and optimizing code for consoles and the PC platform. Work in a fast-paced, fun, respectful environment with peers that have a passion for games.

Position Responsibilities

• Help steer the direction and architecture of gameside code through current and future projects.
• Implement, maintain, debug and optimize code for gameplay systems and tools.
• Facilitate communication between Engineering, Design, and other departments.

Knowledge, Skills & Ability Requirements

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of C++ and debugging.
• Knowledge of platform architectures and optimization.
• Multi-threading and/or SPU coding expertise is a plus.

Competencies

•  Excellent oral and written communication skills.
•  Understanding of how to work on large teams in a deadline-driven environment.
•  Ability to accurately breakdown, estimate and schedule tasks.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years programming experience in the games industry with at least 2 shipped titles preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent.

Big Huge Games, a game development studio located in Timonium, Maryland, was founded in February 2000. In May 2009, Big Huge Games was acquired by 38 Studios, LLC. Organized to create top-quality smash-hit games, Big Huge Games emphasizes excellence in all aspects of game development: design, artwork, technology, and production values alike. The Big Huge Games studio in Baltimore is a fun, energetic place to work, where the company mantra, “You gotta have fun to make fun!” infuses the team with a commitment to passion, integrity, and innovation.

38 Studios, a media and entertainment company founded in 2006 by Curt Schilling, is creating an original fantasy IP driven by the creative and artistic visions of pop-culture icons R. A. Salvatore and Todd McFarlane. Entertainment products will include an immersive online entertainment experience that transcends the traditional MMO genre, novels, comics, toys, movies, TV, and more. Headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, the company is a fun, energetic place to work where the company mantra, “How cool would it be if . . . ?” infuses the team with a commitment to passion, integrity, and innovation.

Please submit resumes and portfolios using the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the page. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. 38 Studios, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Currently, 38 Studios LLC is not accepting applications or unsolicited resumes from external recruiters and agencies. All external Recruiters, agencies, or services must inquire through jobs@38studios.com before offering any service to 38 Studios LLC.