CD PROJEKT SA

Senior Gameplay Programmer

CD PROJEKT SA  •  $127k - $210k/yr  •  Vancouver, CA (Hybrid)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel and Beyond the Game Blog where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior Gameplay Programmer, with a focus on Camera features, to join our team to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077. In this role you will collaborate with our team working in Unreal Engine 5 to build new camera mechanics and features to generate compelling gameplay and cinematic moments. You’ll be in charge of defining, building, and maintaining core features concerning camera systems for cinematic and gameplay.

Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with gameplay and cinematic designers and animators to fulfill the vision of the game.
  • Build and maintain solid and flexible gameplay systems.
  • Write high-quality code that is optimized, bug-free, and aligned with project goals.

Qualifications

  • At least 5+ years of professional experience as a programmer within the games industry.
  • Strong proficiency in C++ programming and knowledge of Unreal Engine.
  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally with gameplay and cinematics to prototype and deploy core in-game camera systems.
  • Knowledge of game engine architecture and algorithms.
  • Strong multi-threaded programming skills.
  • Ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome technical challenges and drive innovation in technology.
  • Excellent communication skills: We have a multilingual and multicultural working environment and the ability to communicate across language and time zone barriers is essential.

Nice to have

(Please note that these skills are not required to apply for the position)

  • Shipped at least one Unreal-based game.
  • Experience developing for recent generation consoles.

Additional Information

The application window for this position will close by 05/01/2027.

This job can be hybrid/in-office or fully remote.

Health & Well-Being

  • Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental).
  • Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars.
  • Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year.
  • RRSP with employer matching.
  • Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more.
  • Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
  • RED Parents Network — support for working parents.
  • Flexible working hours.

Perks & Professional Growth

  • Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available.
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

Life in the Office

  • Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet.
  • Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
  • No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.

This position is a new role.

Estimated pay range for this position: $127,200 - $209,900 CAD annually

At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience, qualifications, and location.

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CD PROJEKT SA

About CD PROJEKT SA

The CD PROJEKT Capital Group has been operating in the video game industry for over 20 years. It specializes in the development of cutting-edge interactive entertainment (CD PROJEKT RED) and worldwide digital distribution of video games (GOG.com).

Founded in 2002, CD PROJEKT RED is a Polish game development studio headquartered in Warsaw, with offices in Kraków and Wrocław, and international branches in Los Angeles and Shanghai. The studio's flagship franchise, games from The Witcher series, has sold over 33 million copies worldwide. Its most recent installment — The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — debuted in 2015 for the PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, and has since received over 800 awards and accolades, including 250 Game of the Year awards. Employing over 600 world-class industry professionals specializing in programming, animation, graphics, design, production, and more, the studio currently focuses on its upcoming titles: Cyberpunk 2077 and GWENT: The Witcher Card Game.

GOG.com – one of the foremost digital videogame distribution platforms in the world. Implements an ultramodern business model, focusing chiefly on American and Western European markets. GOG.com features a hand-picked selection of games, including brand new releases, games in development, and timeless classics. GOG.com is also home to GOG Galaxy, designed to enrich games with multiplayer, online and community features.

Industry
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Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Warszawa, PL
Year Founded
1994
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