Expert Gameplay Engineer Job at Activision (Woodland Hills)

Senior or Expert Gameplay Engineer

Elsewhere Entertainment is a new Activision studio formed to create an all-new f...

Location

Poland , Warsaw

Salary:

Not provided

Activision

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of experience, or equivalent education/work experience
Solid knowledge of working and debugging in C++
Strong communication skills for sharing ideas clearly at a range of technical levels
Strong mathematics skills, including proficiency with trigonometry, and linear algebra
Experience collaborating across disciplines, from gameplay engineering and animation to design and technical art
A strong desire to iterate and gather feedback from colleagues
An appetite for playing modern video games and breaking down the technical ideas behind what feels “good” for a player
Experience shipping AAA titles

Job Responsibility

Collaborating on gameplay systems and contributing to the tooling and scripting systems to support them
As An expert, you would be owning and driving these gameplay systems
Actively collaborating with design and content teams to learn and understand their needs
Supporting colleagues and leading the charge to maintain excellence in contributions to our technology and culture
As an Expert, mentor other engineers in engineering and gameplay system development

Godot Game Engine expert

Join our team as a Godot Game Engine expert, where you will have the opportunity...

Location

India , Noida

Salary:

Not provided

AquSag Technologies

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Deep expertise with the Godot Game Engine (GDScript, C#, or VisualScript)
Proven track record of shipping commercial or high-quality independent titles using Godot
Strong understanding of 2D/3D game development pipelines, asset integration, and performance optimization
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly in both written and verbal form
Experience collaborating in a remote, distributed team environment
Solid problem-solving abilities and passion for learning new technologies
Demonstrated ability to produce clean, maintainable, and efficient code

Job Responsibility

Design, implement, and optimize gameplay systems and features using the Godot Game Engine
Collaborate closely with designers, artists, and other developers to deliver polished and engaging player experiences
Architect and maintain clean, scalable, and well-documented codebases
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues throughout the development lifecycle
Contribute to the evaluation and selection of technical solutions and tools related to the Godot ecosystem
Mentor and support team members in best practices, Godot workflows, and robust coding standards
Participate actively in sprint planning, code reviews, and quality assurance processes

Fulltime

Expert Gameplay Animator

Infinity Ward, developer of numerous award-winning games, including Call of Duty...

Location

United States of America , Woodland Hills

Salary:

97200.00 - 179900.00 USD / Year

Activision

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of professional experience
Proficiency in both realistic key frame and motion capture animation
Proficiency in Maya
Strong experience working with node-based graphs and building gameplay systems
High comfort level with utilizing game engine pipelines
Ability to use debugging tools to identify and solve gameplay issues
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Strong passion for animation and video games

Job Responsibility

Create high-quality, realistic key-framed and motion capture animations, demonstrating a strong sense of posing, timing, and weight
Work closely with the Lead Animator and animation team to establish character motion and personality
Accept direction and cooperate with the team to meet production deadlines
design and take ownership of animation features

What we offer

Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance
401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching
Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave
Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others
Relocation assistance

Fulltime

Senior Unity Gameplay Capture Artist

Azra Games is looking for a Senior Unity Gameplay Capture Artist to join our cre...

Location

United States , California

Salary:

106000.00 - 159000.00 USD / Year

Azra Games

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience capturing gameplay footage for trailers and other marquee, public facing video assets
At least 3 years working directly in Unity
Expert knowledge of Unity Editor, including camera systems, Timeline, Cinemachine, and scene manipulation
Strong understanding of composition, lighting, color theory, and cinematic principles
Proficiency with capture software (OBS, Shadowplay, etc.) and video editing tools (Premiere, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve)
Demonstrated ability to identify and frame compelling gameplay moments that resonate with target audiences
Experience working across multiple game genres and understanding what makes each visually distinctive
Technical knowledge of video codecs, compression, frame rates, and delivery specifications for various platforms
Strong collaboration skills with the ability to translate creative direction into executed capture plans
Portfolio demonstrating high-quality gameplay capture work, preferably including Unity projects

Job Responsibility

Capture, frame, and edit exceptional gameplay footage directly within Unity builds for trailers, ads, social media, and other marketing materials
Operate and manipulate in-game cameras, lighting, and visual effects to create cinematic and engaging shots that highlight key gameplay moments and features
Collaborate with game designers, artists, and engineers to identify the most compelling gameplay scenarios and visual storytelling opportunities
Develop and maintain efficient capture pipelines and technical workflows that scale across multiple projects and platforms
Create detailed shot lists, storyboards, and capture plans aligned with marketing campaign objectives and creative briefs
Optimize capture settings, resolution, frame rates, and technical specifications for different distribution channels (YouTube, social platforms, streaming services)
Provide technical guidance on in-game camera systems, replay functionality, and capture tools during game development
Coordinate with video editors, motion graphics artists, and creative teams to ensure captured footage meets post-production requirements
Stay current on Unity features, capture technologies, recording tools, and industry best practices for gameplay presentation
Build and maintain a library of high-quality gameplay assets for rapid deployment across marketing initiatives

What we offer

Equity & Benefits

Unity Software Engineer - Mobile + WebGL Client

Our client is seeking a passionate Unity Software Engineer to build and deliver ...

Location

Canada , Victoria

Salary:

80000.00 - 120000.00 CAD / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

April 27, 2026

Requirements

Expert knowledge of Unity Game Development and C#
5+ years of experience developing with client-based technologies (additional years required for Senior level)
Deep understanding of software design, architecture, and agile development
Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong time management
BS/BA degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)

Job Responsibility

Evolve core technologies to provide best-in-class gameplay and meta features using Unity (C#)
Extend the usability and capabilities of current architectures to support a growing feature set across multiple platforms and devices
Work with the team to define requirements, documentation, and engineering best practices
Estimate sprint tasks with high accuracy and participate in rigorous, constructive code reviews (Pull Requests)
Communicate blockers early and work closely with QA to provide clear test cases and bug descriptions

What we offer

Flexible working hours (Monday – Friday)
Extended Health, Dental, and Wellness package including EAP
Parking or public transit subsidy
A fun, inclusive, and collaborative studio culture

Fulltime

Staff Software Engineer - Mobile

Easygo leads the world in crafting top-tier entertainment experiences. Within ou...

Location

Australia , Melbourne

Salary:

Not provided

Easygo Gaming

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of mobile application development experience
Proven success designing and delivering complex, high-performance mobile applications — ideally in gaming, entertainment, or real-time interactive environments
Strong command of mobile frameworks and ecosystems such as Native (Swift/Kotlin) and Cross-platform (React Native, Flutter)
In-depth knowledge of rendering, audio, device integration, performance tuning, and security on mobile platforms
Demonstrated ability to lead architectural direction and technical decision-making at a senior level
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience partnering with cross-functional teams and influencing technical outcomes

Job Responsibility

Define the mobile technology strategy for our core gaming platform across iOS and Android, aligning architecture with business goals and user expectations
Architect secure, performant, and scalable mobile systems optimised for real-time gaming, immersive interaction, and cross-platform compatibility
Establish and uphold mobile engineering standards, including development practices, testing frameworks, deployment workflows, and code quality benchmarks
Partner cross-functionally with product managers, designers, and platform engineers to ensure seamless mobile-user experiences that enhance gameplay
Act as a technical leader and subject matter expert, guiding architectural decisions, reviewing designs, and influencing mobile development across the company
Support team growth by defining hiring criteria, participating in recruitment, and mentoring engineers to build a high-performing mobile team

Lead VFX Artist

We are on the lookout for a Lead VFX Artist to join our passionate and growing V...

Location

United Kingdom , Oxford; Warwick; Runcorn

Salary:

Not provided

Rebellion

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Extensive professional experience in real-time VFX, with a portfolio that demonstrates exceptional artistry, technical mastery, and a cohesive visual style
Leadership experience guiding teams of VFX artists, providing mentorship, and setting standards for quality and efficiency
Expert proficiency with industry-standard tools (Blender, Photoshop, Substance, After Effects, Houdini, Embergen, or equivalents)
Deep knowledge of particle systems, textures, simulations, and optimisation strategies for real-time performance
Ability to define and communicate a clear vision for VFX that enhances gameplay and narrative
Strong cross-discipline collaboration skills, with experience aligning VFX direction with art, design, and code
Proven ability to solve complex technical challenges and establish scalable workflows and pipelines
Experience with project planning, source control, and documentation, ensuring the VFX team operates smoothly within studio and departmental pipelines

Job Responsibility

Define the creative vision and technical direction for real-time visual effects across the project
Guide, inspire, and mentor a team of VFX artists, ensuring high-quality standards and consistent visual language
Partner with art, design, and engineering leadership to align VFX with gameplay, storytelling, and overall project goals
Establish and maintain efficient workflows, pipelines, and best practices to keep the team productive and scalable
Provide clear feedback, support career growth, and foster a collaborative, creative environment
Own the delivery of VFX content at scale, balancing visual impact with performance budgets and platform requirements

What we offer

22 days holidays + Christmas closure (typically 4 days) & Bank holidays (increasing with service at 5 years – one day each year until you reach 31 days)
Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, including dental and Vision
Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover
Enhanced Family Leave
Interest Free, Tax-Free loans
Enhanced Pension Scheme
EAP a range of Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
Plus loads more… including a wide range of discounts, freebies, and social events

Fulltime

Gameplay Analyst

The Gameplay Analyst works with the leadership of social, casual and mobile busi...

Location

United States , Cedar Falls

Salary:

Not provided

SciPlay

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics or Economics
1-2 years of professional experience in analytics, statistics or engineering
SQL/HQL/MySQL
Tableau
Critical thinking and creative problem solving
Understanding of relational databases
Excel
Presenting data in a group setting
Clear and effective communication of complex ideas and analysis
Ability to work with little direction, self-directed

Job Responsibility

Maintain and constantly refine an analytic framework for optimizing key performance indicators across SciPlay’s social assets (desktop and mobile)
Work with developers in various locations to ensure proper reporting of all necessary data
Produce business cases and analysis of features, live operations and other initiatives
Provide ad hoc business intelligence and financial analysis support for any SciPlay business unit
Extract all data from SciPlay databases for the above tasks, and train new hires in SciPlay database schemas/languages
Create and maintain predictive analysis for product roadmap, goal setting and post-release
Design A/B tests to improve key metrics, while ensuring accuracy and statistical rigor
Act as subject matter expert for proper metric design and mathematical soundness

What we offer

Competitive salaries and annual bonuses
Matching 401k
Fully stocked kitchen
Fully stocked game room featuring current generation consoles and titles, and arcade cabinets

Fulltime

Expert Gameplay Engineer

Activision

Location:
United States of America , Woodland Hills

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
February 14, 2026

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