Intermediate Gameplay Software Engineer
1 week ago
Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects, which encompass world-class IPs as well as our own creations across multiple genres.In 2022, we announced that our studio is implementing a four-day work week as well as supporting in-studio, remote within Canada, and hybrid work arrangements as permanent options to our employees.Blackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects. These include both world-class IPs and our own creations across multiple genres and platforms.In 2022, we announced a four-day work week and fully support in-studio, remote (within Canada), and hybrid work arrangements as permanent options for all employees.We’re looking for an intermediate gameplay engineer to help craft the core player experience in our Unreal Engine 5 projects. From movement to combat and progression systems, you’ll bring game mechanics to life in collaboration with designers, artists, and animators—owning features from prototype through ship.This role is remote-friendly in Canada (Pacific-time overlap required).What You’ll TackleCore Gameplay Features – Design and implement player-facing systems such as movement, combat, traversal, interactions, and progression using C++ and Blueprints.System Design & Architecture – Create modular, data-driven gameplay systems that support rapid iteration and scale across PC and console platforms.Cross-disciplinary Collaboration – Work closely with design, animation, and audio teams to prototype mechanics, tune feel, and refine experiences through playtesting.Performance & Stability – Profile and optimize gameplay systems to meet performance and memory budgets, and contribute to stability through testing and debugging.Technical Mentorship – Share gameplay engineering best practices through code reviews and informal mentorship of associate engineers.Continuous Improvement – Stay up to date with UE5 subsystems (GAS, MassEntity, Chaos), propose tooling or workflow improvements, and help drive internal knowledge sharing.You’ll Thrive Here If You…Have 3+ years of professional experience using C++ in Unreal Engine 4 or 5, with a strong focus on gameplay systems.Hold a BSc in Computer Science or a college diploma in software engineering, game programming, or a closely related field.Have shipped at least one commercial game featuring your gameplay contributions.Are passionate about prototyping, polish, and tight player control and feedback loops.Communicate clearly and value cross-functional collaboration.Are comfortable with Perforce, Git, or similar version control systems and modern profiling/debugging tools.Bonus XPExperience with Gameplay Ability System, MassEntity, or Chaos physics.Familiarity with AI systems like Behavior Trees and EQS for reactive enemy/companion behaviors.Contributions to improving build pipelines, CI, or automated gameplay testing.Passion for accessibility, player expression, and inclusive game mechanics. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Intermediate Gameplay Software Engineer
1 week ago
Vancouver, Canada Blackbird Interactive Inc Full timeBlackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects, which encompass world-class IPs as well as our own creations across multiple genres.In 2022, we announced that our studio is implementing...
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Gameplay Software Engineer
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Vancouver, Canada EA SPORTS Full timeJoin to apply for the Gameplay Software Engineer role at EA SPORTSJoin to apply for the Gameplay Software Engineer role at EA SPORTSGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Description & RequirementsElectronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the...
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Gameplay Software Engineer
2 days ago
Vancouver, Canada EA SPORTS Full timeJoin to apply for the Gameplay Software Engineer role at EA SPORTS Join to apply for the Gameplay Software Engineer role at EA SPORTS Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Description & RequirementsElectronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of...
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Gameplay Software Engineer
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Vancouver, Canada EA SPORTS Full timeJoin to apply for the Gameplay Software Engineer role at EA SPORTS Electronic Arts creates next‑level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story, part of a community that connects across the globe, and a place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team...
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Gameplay Software Engineer
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Vancouver, Canada EA SPORTS Full timeJoin to apply for the Gameplay Software Engineer role at EA SPORTS Electronic Arts creates next‑level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story, part of a community that connects across the globe, and a place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team...
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Gameplay Software Engineer
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Vancouver, Canada EA SPORTS Full timeJoin to apply for the Gameplay Software Engineer role at EA SPORTS Electronic Arts creates next‑level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story, part of a community that connects across the globe, and a place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team...
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Senior Gameplay Software Engineer
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Blackbird Interactive Full time $105,000 - $155,000 per yearBlackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects, which encompass world-class IPs as well as our own creations across multiple genres. In 2022, we announced that our studio is implementing...
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Senior Gameplay Software Engineer
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Vancouver, Canada Blackbird Interactive Full timeBlackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects. These include both world-class IPs and our own creations across multiple genres and platforms.In 2022, we introduced a four-day work week...
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Senior Gameplay Software Engineer
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Vancouver, Canada Blackbird Interactive Full timeBlackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects, which encompass world-class IPs as well as our own creations across multiple genres. In 2022, we announced that our studio is implementing a...
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Senior Gameplay Software Engineer
3 weeks ago
Vancouver, Canada Blackbird Interactive Full timeBlackbird Interactive is a creative-fueled, future-driven, independent game studio where the best talent in the industry can find long-term careers to help grow their abilities while working on a wide range of projects, which encompass world-class IPs as well as our own creations across multiple genres.In 2022, we announced that our studio is implementing a...
