Lead Gameplay Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Integrate backend services with the game client using C++
• Develop a wide variety of features for games utilizing Unreal Engine
• Ensure backend APIs are used efficiently and data is cached properly in the client
• Build tools that enable designers to easily work with and configure online systems
• Estimate and prioritize a backlog of existing features, bugs, and tech debt
• Solve crashes and other problems on both PC and console
• Partner with designers to iterate on features and optimize for a smoother player experience
• Collaborate with external programmers to integrate new features for multiplayer games

Requirements

• 6 years of professional experience working on multiplayer games in C++
• Recent experience developing games in Unreal Engine (UE4, UE5)
• Professional experience leading a team or mentoring members
• Background designing gameplay systems for live-service games
• Familiarity with non-engineering workflows (art, animation, design)
• Understanding of Unreal Engine technologies like GAS, UMG, Slate, and Nanite

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Unity or bespoke game engines
• Experience developing SDKs or plugins
• Background developing games for consoles and integrating with console SDKs

Benefits

• Compensation: $145,000-165,000/year
• 9 Paid Holidays plus Flexible PTO and Annual Winter Break Closure
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Annual Video Game Budget
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave

About the Company

Founded by games industry veterans, Rushdown is a co-dev game studio focused on solving difficult problems for multiplayer games, drawing on experience from titles like PUBG, League of Legends, and Rocket League.