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ZeniMax Media

Multiplayer Gameplay Programmer

Rockville, MD · On-site

$131K - $145K/yr

ZeniMax Media, the parent company of Bethesda Game Studios, is seeking a Multiplayer Gameplay Programmer to join their award-winning development team. The role involves collaborating on the ...

UnannouncedGameStudio

Game Programmer

Fairfax, VA

An Unannounced Game Studio based in Fairfax, VA and led by industry veterans is searching for Jr-Mid Programmers to join a talented team in creating amazing games. Responsibilities Write portable ...

The Nuclear Company

AI Engineer 1

Washington, DC · On-site

$80K - $150K/yr

Responsibilities * Assist senior engineers in the design, development, and testing of software and ... Open-source contributions, hackathon or game jam participation. * Interest in nuclear energy ...

MANTECH

Simulation Developer

Quantico, VA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical field * Minimum of 7 years of software development experience focused on simulation or game-based ...

MANTECH

Simulation Developer

Quantico, VA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical field * Minimum of 7 years of software development experience focused on simulation or game-based ...

MANTECH

Simulation Developer

Quantico, VA

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical field * Minimum of 7 years of software development experience focused on simulation or game-based ...

MANTECH

Simulation Developer

Quantico, VA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical field * Minimum of 7 years of software development experience focused on simulation or game-based ...

MANTECH

Simulation Developer

Quantico, VA

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical field * Minimum of 7 years of software development experience focused on simulation or game-based ...

MANTECH

Simulation Developer

Quantico, VA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical field * Minimum of 7 years of software development experience focused on simulation or game-based ...

MANTECH

Simulation Developer

Quantico, VA · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical field * Minimum of 7 years of software development experience focused on simulation or game-based ...

MANTECH

Simulation Developer

Quantico, VA

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical field * Minimum of 7 years of software development experience focused on simulation or game-based ...

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What is the difference between Gameplay Developer vs Game Designer?

AspectGameplay DeveloperGame Designer
Primary FocusImplementing gameplay mechanics, coding, scriptingConceptualizing game features, designing user experience
Required SkillsProgramming, scripting, technical problem-solvingCreativity, storytelling, game mechanics design
Work EnvironmentGame development teams, programming studiosDesign studios, creative teams, collaborative environments
Common ToolsUnity, Unreal Engine, C++, scripting languagesDesign software, storyboarding tools, game design documentation

While both roles are essential in game development, a Gameplay Developer focuses on coding and implementing gameplay features, whereas a Game Designer concentrates on creating game concepts and mechanics. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and collaboration within game development teams.

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Multiplayer Gameplay Programmer

ZeniMax Media

Rockville, MD • On-site

$131K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Collaborate on the implementation of new gameplay features such as player and character behaviors, combat and powers mechanics, player movement systems, and user interface.

  • Work closely with designers, artists, and other programmers to iterate on gameplay features and ensure a great player experience.

  • Develop and own full aspects of the game experience and collaborate to build sustainable and maintainable technologies and optimized code on all platforms.

Job description

Job Summary:
ZeniMax Media, the parent company of Bethesda Game Studios, is seeking a Multiplayer Gameplay Programmer to join their award-winning development team. The role involves collaborating on the implementation of new gameplay features and ensuring a great player experience while working closely with designers and artists.
Responsibilities:
• Collaborate on the implementation of new gameplay features: player and characters’ behaviors, combat and powers mechanics, player movement systems, user interface, etc.
• Work closely with designers, artists, and other programmers to iterate on gameplay features and ensure a great player experience
• Develop and own full aspects of the game experience
• Collaborate with other members of the programmers’ team to build sustainable and maintainable technologies and optimized code on all platforms
Qualifications:
Required:
• You have 3+ years of experience as a Gameplay Programmer
• You are proficient with C++ and object-oriented programming
• You have demonstrable experience of networking game features and awareness of the complexities of networked gameplay (replication of state, behaviors, client/server breakdown of features and game systems)
• You have development experience on current gen game consoles
• You have the ability to contribute innovative and original ideas towards all aspects of game production and development
• You possess strong communication and organizational skills
• You work well under pressure and can handle multiple tasks
• You have a passion for making GREAT games
• You have experience playing Bethesda Game Studios games
Company:
ZeniMax creates and publishes original interactive entertainment content for consoles, the PC, and handheld/wireless devices. Founded in 1999, the company is headquartered in Rockville, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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