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Description Devoted Studios is a globally remote game development company specializing in Co-development, Porting, and End-to-End Art Production for the global gaming industry. We collaborate across ...

Devoted Studios is a globally remote game development company specializing in Co-development, Porting, and End-to-End Art Production for the global gaming industry. We collaborate across time zones ...

Side is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative ... Experience managing co-development, outsourcing, or remote teams is a plus. * Passion for games and ...

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What is the difference between Remote Game Development vs Remote Game Designer?

AspectRemote Game DevelopmentRemote Game Designer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science, Programming Skills, PortfolioBachelor's in Game Design, Creativity, Portfolio
Work EnvironmentCollaborative with programmers, artists, testersCreative planning, concept creation, user experience focus
Industry UsageDevelops the actual game softwareDesigns game mechanics, levels, and storylines
Search & Comparison IntentFocuses on coding, technical skillsFocuses on design, creativity

Remote Game Development involves coding, programming, and building the game software, while Remote Game Designer focuses on creating game concepts, mechanics, and user experience. Both roles often collaborate remotely and require portfolios, but their core skills and responsibilities differ significantly.

What is remote game development?

Remote game development refers to the process of creating video games while working from a location outside of a traditional office environment, often from home or any place with internet access. Teams collaborate using online tools for coding, design, art, and communication, allowing for flexible work arrangements. Remote game development has become increasingly popular as technology enables seamless collaboration across different locations, time zones, and even countries. This setup can help studios access a wider talent pool and support better work-life balance for developers.

What are some common challenges faced by remote game developers and how can they be addressed?

Remote game developers often encounter challenges such as coordinating across time zones, maintaining clear communication, and ensuring version control of shared assets. To overcome these, teams frequently use collaboration tools like Slack, project management platforms, and version control systems such as Git. Regular virtual meetings and clear documentation are also essential to keep everyone aligned and productive. Proactively addressing these challenges helps maintain a cohesive workflow and fosters a positive remote team environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Game Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Game Developer, a solid background in computer science, game design principles, and programming languages such as C++, C#, or JavaScript is essential, often supported by a relevant degree or portfolio. Familiarity with game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, version control systems (e.g., Git), and sometimes certifications in game development tools are typically required. Strong communication, self-motivation, and problem-solving abilities help remote developers collaborate effectively and manage their time independently. These skills ensure seamless project delivery, innovation, and high-quality gameplay experiences in a distributed work environment.
What are the most commonly searched types of Game Development jobs in Quebec? The most popular types of Game Development jobs in Quebec are:
What job categories do people searching Remote Game Development jobs in Quebec look for? The top searched job categories for Remote Game Development jobs in Quebec are:
Infographic showing various Remote Game Development job openings in Quebec as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Gameplay Engineer

Devoted Studios

Montreal, QC โ€ข Remote

Other

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Description

Devoted Studios is a globally remote game development company specializing in Co-development, Porting, and End-to-End Art Production for the global gaming industry. We collaborate across time zones to support projects on all major platforms, engines and styles - from AAA titles to emerging technologies.

Our team includes world-class talents who bring deep expertise in external development, pipeline optimization, and creative problem-solving. Whether it's porting games to new systems, enhancing gameplay features, or crafting stunning visuals, Devoted Studios operates as a trusted, flexible extension of our partners' internal teams.

We are proud to be the development partner of choice for industry leaders such as:

    • Epic
    • Xbox
    • Meta
    • Obsidian Entertainment
    • Riot
    • Gearbox Software

We are seeking a Gameplay Engineer who is a specialist e a specialist - deeply fluent in C++ and Unreal Engine, experienced shipping AAA systems, and capable of taking a brief from a gameplay designer and turning it into production-quality code that holds up on every platform and survives every patch.

Key ResponsibilitiesCore Gameplay Systems (~50%)
  • Implement gameplay systems from designer briefs: combat, abilities, movement, AI behaviours, progression, inventory, interaction, camera - scope varies by engagement
  • Build reusable, maintainable, testable gameplay code in C++ (and Blueprint where appropriate) within Unreal Engine 5
  • Own Gameplay Ability System (GAS) implementation - AttributeSets, Abilities, GameplayEffects, GameplayCues - on engagements where GAS is in use
  • Implement animation-gameplay integration: Anim Notifies, state-driven Anim BPs, root motion handling, blendspaces
  • Implement multiplayer-safe gameplay code on engagements with networking requirements - replication, client-server authority, lag compensation
Quality & Performance (~25%)
  • Profile and optimise gameplay code to target platform budgets - CPU frame time, tick overhead, replication cost
  • Write code that is reviewable: clean, commented where logic is non-obvious, consistent with project standards
  • Catch and fix gameplay bugs - including edge cases, exploit patterns, and regression from live updates
  • Participate actively in code review: review peers' PRs with specificity, receive and act on feedback without defensiveness
Design Collaboration (~15%)
  • Work directly with gameplay designers to translate design intent into engine behaviour - close the gap between what is specced and what ships
  • Identify implementation risks in design briefs early - before they become rework - and propose alternatives when the spec is not buildable as written
  • Expose gameplay parameters to designers in a way that is tunable without engineering involvement (Blueprint exposed properties, Datatable-driven tuning, etc.)
Documentation & Handoff (~10%)
  • Document systems clearly - architecture decisions, integration points, known limitations
  • Support technical handoffs between phases or teams: leave the codebase in a state that the next engineer can understand without a phone call

Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional game development experience with at least 3 years in AAA or mid-tier shipped titles
  • At least 2 shipped commercial titles on PC or console as a gameplay engineer - prototypes and internal tools do not count
  • Deep Unreal Engine 5 experience in C++: Gameplay Framework (Actor, Component, GameMode, GameState, PlayerController), GAS, CharacterMovement, Anim BP integration
  • Strong C++ fundamentals: memory management, data-oriented thinking, performance-aware coding
  • Blueprint proficiency - not just reading it, but building designer-facing tooling in it
  • Experience with multiplayer gameplay replication (nice to have, not required for all engagements)
  • Strong game design sensibility - can tell good gameplay from broken gameplay and can articulate why
  • Remote-first habits: clear async communication, writes things down, doesn't create silent dependencies
Preferred
  • Online multiplayer systems - Actor replication, GameplayEffects replication, ability prediction and correction
  • Console platform experience: certification pipelines, platform-specific constraints
  • Gameplay AI systems in UE5: Behavior Trees, EQS, AI Perception - not required but valuable for certain engagements
  • Prior co-development or external development experience

Benefits

This would he a full-time employment role with standard industry benefits in Canada