Gameplay Programmer (C++, Middle/Senior)
Gameloft SaigonCompany Description
Welcome to Saigon Studio!
Created in 2004, we have been one of the leading studio s in Vietnam’s gaming industry. Our diverse expertise has enabled us to successfully bring Gameloft’s hits to audiences around the world.
We are looking for passionate talents with diverse expertise to join our exciting projects ‒ ranging from developing PC, console, and mobile games in collaboration with our fellow studios, to creating new content and features for our live games, bringing joy to our players worldwide.
Job Description
Job Purpose
A Middle/Senior Gameplay Programmer is a core contributor to the design and implementation of gameplay features that captivate players and elevate our game. You’ll work in tight collaboration with designers, artists, and other engineers to bring innovative and polished gameplay experiences to life.
You will own critical gameplay systems from concept to polish, influence technical direction, and mentor junior programmers in a dynamic, player-focused studio environment.
Main Responsibilities
- Design and Implement Gameplay Features: Transform high-level gameplay concepts into robust, scalable, and maintainable code, ensuring features are engaging and aligned with the project vision.
- Collaborate Across Disciplines: Partner with game designers and artists to define feature specifications and ensure a unified creative and technical direction.
- Prototype Rapidly: Develop quick prototypes to test gameplay ideas and iterate based on feedback to evolve concepts into final production features.
- Own Systems: Take full ownership of gameplay systems including planning, development, debugging, optimization, and maintenance.
- Solve Problems: Engineer elegant solutions for creative and technical challenges, balancing innovation with stability and performance.
- Maintain Code Quality: Write clean, reusable, and efficient C++/C# code with proper documentation and adherence to best practices.
- Mentor & Review: Provide feedback to peers, guide junior developers, and champion best programming practices within the team.
Check out some projects at Saigon Studio:
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field - or equivalent professional experience.
- Solid knowledge of gameplay programming with experience in C++ and/or C#.
- Proven gameplay programming expertise in video game development.
- Passion for game development, with portfolio or academic examples preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of game development concepts including AI, animation, physics, or UI systems.
- Advanced knowledge of Unreal Engine (preferred) or similar engines.
- Proficiency with Git, Perforce, or similar version control systems.
- Demonstrated ability to debug complex issues and optimize gameplay systems for performance across platforms.
- Ability to estimate, plan, and execute feature-level tasks.
- Experience across multiple platforms (Windows, Android, iOS, etc.).
- Effective verbal and written communication in English.
Additional Information
Recruitment Process:
- (1) Screening call;
Only candidates whose qualifications align with the role will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your understanding. - (2) Test.
- (3) Interview(s).
- (4) Offer.
Work Location and Hours:
- Work location: 26 Ung Van Khiem, Thanh My Tay Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.
- Work hours: 08:30 AM - 06:00 PM, Monday - Friday.
Why Join Gameloft?
- You want to work in an exceptional industry and create games downloaded more than 1 billion times per year.
- You want to be part of a talented and supportive team of pioneers who have a passion for creating video games.
- You want to contribute to a vibrant and dynamic atmosphere.
- You want to join a global company and meet great people around the world.
- You will work on an employment contract with competitive remuneration and benefits package.
- You are looking for a fun place to work in the heart of the city.
- You want to work for one of the best companies in the region, certified by the HR Asia Awards 2024 as one of the Best Companies to Work For in Asia and recognized for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
What We Offer:
- A hybrid working model (3 days WFO and 2 days WFH).
- A dynamic workplace environment, with over 18 nationalities, where hundreds of world-renowned game titles were born.
- A range of well-being events and policies to support employees physically, mentally, and emotionally.
- An open-space office, a cafeteria, a terrace and a Gaming Area.
- Various training packages, including internal training, sponsorship training, and e-learning (iLearn, Udemy,...).
- Opportunities to collaborate and train with Gameloft worldwide experts and develop yourselves.
- An attractive monthly salary alongside Tet and other performance bonuses.
- Minimum 12 days of paid annual leave, plus 5 days of paid sick leave, Christmas leave, Birthday leave,...
- 100% coverage of mandatory insurance and extra healthcare insurance.
- A monthly allowance to support lunch meals and working-from-home electricity and Internet bills.
- Other benefits from one of the best employers in Vietnam.
What's more?
- Want to know more? Visit our websites:
- Due to the high number of applicants, we regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding.