Senior Gameplay Programmer

About This Position

Digital Extremes is growing our newest team, Soulframe! We are adding to the programming team and are looking for a Senior Gameplay Programmer. In this role you will collaborates closely across disciplines to implement desired gameplay. The incumbent is responsible for improving existing systems and to work with designers to concept, implement and iterate on new gameplay systems. In this role you will also have the opportunity to support, guide and mentor other programmers who require more direction.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement gameplay systems to support cutting edge gameplay.
• Work closely with the Design and Animation teams to bring ideas and new gameplay features into the game.
• Evaluate and iterate on implementation of gameplay systems.
• Maintain code quality and performance and extend systems to support changing design requirements over time.
• Ensure the technical quality through tuning and bug fixing.
• Contribute innovative and original ideas toward all aspects of the game's production and development.
• Maintain code performance through profiling and optimization.
• Take ownership and responsibility over some gameplay subsystems.
• Support and mentor other programmers who are less experienced and require more direction.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• 4+ years game development experience, with at least 1 shipped product
• Strong knowledge of C and C++
• Good communication skills, work ethic and motivation
• Passion for playing and developing exceptional games
• Experience in collaborating in team settings
• Possesses the ability and drive to contribute and advance all aspects of a game

Preferred Extras

• Strong knowledge of LUA
• Console programming experienceFamiliarity with large-scale C++ project development
• Experience with concurrent programming
• Assembly language and low-level systems
• Familiarity with profiling tools (i.e. VTune)
• Strong knowledge of game design patterns and systems

“Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of application.”

About Digital Extremes

Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. Originating with the co-creation of Epic Games' multi-million unit selling Unreal® franchise including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, Digital Extremes went on to develop Dark Sector®, BioShock® for the PlayStation®3, the BioShock 2 multiplayer campaign, and The Darkness® II. The studio has reached its greatest critical and commercial success with the free-to-play action game, Warframe®, boasting a global community of 75 million registered players on PC, PS4™, PS5™, Xbox One™, Xbox Series X/S™, Nintendo Switch™, and iOS™. The studio's most recently announced project is the much anticipated Soulframe®, an open-world action-fantasy MMORPG title that is currently under development.

Digital Extremes is headquartered in London, Ontario, Canada, and is proud to be selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

For more information and exciting news related to Digital Extremes, please visit www.digitalextremes.com.

WHY WORK AT DIGITAL EXTREMES

At Digital Extremes, we don’t just make games - we craft immersive worlds that inspire and connect millions of players around the globe. Our award-winning studio is home to passionate, creative, and collaborative talent who thrive in a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and respect. We offer competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to grow your career while working on beloved titles like Warframe and the highly anticipated Soulframe. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge gameplay, designing stunning art, or supporting the teams that make it all happen, you’ll be part of a studio where your ideas matter, your contributions are valued, and your work leaves a lasting impact on our community.

Please note, some benefits may be subject to eligibility for employees.

JOIN US

At Digital Extremes, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our people and the respect we show one another. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming, accessible, and supportive environment where everyone can do their best work and feel valued for who they are. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those from underrepresented communities and people with disabilities. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, we will work with you to ensure you have the support you need. We truly appreciate your interest in joining our team, and while we may not be able to respond to every application, we will connect directly with candidates moving forward in the process.