UNREAL SENIOR PROGRAMMER - VR ADVENTURE GAME.
LOCATION : On-site (Auckland CBD, NZ)
TYPE : 2 years Fixed Term Contract
EXPERIENCE : Mid to Senior Level
EST START SALARY : $110-130K
About Us.
We’re an innovative indie game development studio crafting groundbreaking VR adventure games. Our project blends narrative-driven gameplay with combat, platforming, and mind-bending puzzles. We aim to immerse players in a visually stunning world filled with compelling challenges and a gripping and immersive story that pushes the boundaries of VR.
Role Overview.
We are looking for a skilled and inspiring Senior Programmer / Lead Programmer to guide our development team. You will play a pivotal role in shaping coding standards, maintaining core gameplay systems and tools, and ensuring builds and automation processes run seamlessly. A natural leader with a passion for collaboration, you will mentor your team and lead by example, fostering a culture of technical excellence and teamwork.
Responsibilities :
- Lead and mentor a team of programmers, providing guidance, support, and fostering skill development.
- Define and enforce efficient, maintainable, and performant coding standards.
- Oversee the design and maintenance of core gameplay systems and tools, ensuring stability and scalability.
- Manage and optimise build processes, automation, and deployment pipelines ensuring efficient production and delivery.
- Collaborate with other leads to align technical and creative goals.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges across the project.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and integrate best practices into the development workflow.
Qualifications :
- Ideally 4+ years of professional experience in game programming, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership role.
- Extensive experience and a deep understanding of Unreal Engine, including C++ and Blueprint.
- Strong understanding of gameplay systems, tools development, and optimisation techniques.
- Proven experience managing builds and automation pipelines.
- Excellent leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
BONUS POINTS :
- Experience in VR development and understanding of VR-specific technical challenges.
- Experience working with a team taking a game from concept to launch.
WHAT we offer.
As a small, tight-knit team with passionate, enthusiastic and ambitious owners and team members we are intent on building a studio where you can be yourself and contribute to, not just the game you are working on, but also the overall studio vision.
- Opportunity to work on an ambitious and unique VR project.
- A supportive and creative team environment.
- Central Auckland offices right on Karangahape Rd.
- Regular social and team events across a range of activities
- Opportunities to attend local conferences and workshops as well as allowance for self-directed learning.
READY TO CREATE WORLDS?
If you’re passionate about crafting unforgettable VR experiences and have the skills to make it happen, we’d love to hear from you!
APPLY NOW.
Send your resume and portfolio with a brief introductionShow us what you’ve got, and let’s create something extraordinary together!
Note: All applications must already have a valid NZ work visa and be located in NZ as this role is onsite in our Auckland studio.
