Hasbro

Senior Gameplay Engineer

United States · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$155k-$232kDetected 12 days ago

C++Code ReviewSparkUnreal EngineCommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

This is your chance to shape legendary play that lasts a lifetime.
Skeleton Key is a game development studio and division of Wizards of the Coast.
This role will be based out of Austin, TX with a 3-day per week onsite hybrid working model.

Design, implement, and iterate on gameplay systems and player-facing features using C++ in Unreal Engine.
Collaborate closely with Gameplay Design to translate concepts into scalable, maintainable systems.
Implement features with awareness of replication, shared state, and multiplayer considerations.
Partner with animation and technical animation teams to ensure gameplay feels responsive and cohesive.
Debug, profile, and optimize systems to ensure performance, stability, and scalability.
Design and implement AI-related gameplay features, including behavior logic, decision-making, and player interactions.
Experience collaborating closely with design and content teams.
Life & Family Support

5+ years of professional experience as a Gameplay Engineer on shipped games.
Strong C++ experience with Unreal Engine gameplay systems.
Experience implementing gameplay features in real-time 3D environments.
Familiarity with gameplay systems that operate across multiple players or shared game states, including Unreal Engine AI systems such as behavior trees, AI controllers, or navigation.
Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a cross-disciplinary team.

Experience working on multiplayer or co-operative gameplay systems.
Familiarity with Unreal Engine replication or multiplayer gameplay patterns.
Experience working on action-oriented or systems-heavy games.
Background contributing to early pre-production or foundational gameplay systems.
The pay transparency range for this role is listed below.
Financial Well-being
Volunteer and Community Initiatives

$154,900 - $232,400 USD
Employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package, depending on role, location, and eligibility. Benefits and programs may include:

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