Senior Gameplay Programmer
Company: Mob Entertainment
Location: Remote, United States
Job Type: Contract
Salary: $100,000 – $160,000 / Year
About the Role
Mob Entertainment, the studio behind the massively successful Poppy Playtime franchise, is seeking a Contract Senior Gameplay Programmer to help create immersive and memorable gameplay experiences. This remote opportunity allows experienced developers to work on player-facing systems and mechanics that contribute directly to the studio’s growing portfolio of interactive entertainment.
Job Overview
The Senior Gameplay Programmer will collaborate with designers, artists, and engineers to prototype, implement, and refine gameplay systems in Unreal Engine 5. The role focuses on delivering scalable, high-performance gameplay features while maintaining technical quality and supporting rapid creative iteration.
Key Responsibilities
- Gameplay Development: Design, implement, and polish player mechanics, interactive systems, puzzles, and gameplay features.
- System Architecture: Build scalable and maintainable gameplay code while ensuring performance and reliability.
- Unreal Engine Integration: Utilize Unreal Engine 5 systems including animation, physics, AI, input, and Gameplay Ability System features.
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with designers, artists, and fellow engineers to transform creative concepts into polished gameplay experiences.
- Debugging & Optimization: Identify issues, refactor systems, profile performance, and improve development workflows.
- Feature Ownership: Take gameplay features from design documentation through implementation, testing, and final release.
Qualifications
- Minimum 6 years of professional game development experience.
- At least 2 shipped titles developed using Unreal Engine, preferably Unreal Engine 5.
- Strong experience with Unreal Engine Blueprints and Gameplay Ability System (GAS).
- Proficiency in C++ programming and Blueprint/C++ integration workflows.
- Knowledge of networking, AI systems, animation systems, physics, and gameplay architecture.
- Strong debugging, profiling, communication, and collaboration skills.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent professional game development experience may be considered.
- Strong foundation in mathematics, including vectors, transforms, and linear algebra.
- Continuous learning and experience with modern game engine technologies are highly valued.
Benefits
- Remote work flexibility within the United States.
- Profit-sharing opportunities for eligible employees.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- 401(k) matching program.
- Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays.
- Parental leave and additional employee support programs.
Mob Entertainment is looking for an experienced gameplay programmer who thrives on creating engaging player experiences and solving complex technical challenges. If you are passionate about Unreal Engine development, gameplay systems, and collaborative game creation, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of the industry’s fastest-growing entertainment franchises.
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