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Senior Gameplay Programmer

Canada, Montreal · Job Posted May 28, 2026
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Join our talented team as we embark on an uncharted gaming adventure! We're on the lookout for a Senior Gameplay Programmer to contribute their skills to our Dungeons & Dragons® PC/console project. This innovative game will blend action-RPG/survival features with the unique elements of life-simulation games to redefine the genre and capture the imaginations of players worldwide. In this role, you will collaborate with designers and artists to bring game concepts to life. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and implement gameplay mechanics, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable player experience.

Job Responsibility

  • Collaborating with the design team to define and implement game features
  • Writing clean, efficient, and well-documented code in C#
  • Developing and maintaining gameplay systems such as character movement, AI behaviors, and game logic
  • Working closely with artists and animators to integrate and optimize game assets
  • Identifying and fixing bugs, and optimizing game performance
  • Participating in code reviews and contributing to technical discussions
  • Staying updated with the latest gaming trends and technologies

Requirements

  • C#
  • Unity

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