Senior Gameplay Engineer – Contract

ArenaNet

. Join the Guild Wars 3 team at ArenaNet .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeBellevue • Washington • United StatesSenior💰 $69 - $107 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in C++ programming and Unreal Engine 5 for developing and optimizing gameplay systems. Collaborates effectively with cross-disciplinary teams to translate design goals into technical solutions while maintaining high-quality code standards.

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C++ ProgrammingUnreal Engine 5Gameplay Systems DevelopmentDebugging and OptimizationCollaboration with Designers

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Hard Skills

C++ ProgrammingGameplay Systems DevelopmentDebuggingOptimizationGame Development

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Unreal EngineGame Engines

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

AAA GamesMultiplayer GamesLive-Service GamesConsole Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unreal EngineC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join the Guild Wars 3 team at ArenaNet
Partner with designers and other disciplines to prototype, build, and iterate on gameplay systems and features
Translate design goals into practical technical solutions, including options and tradeoffs
Develop high-quality gameplay code in C++ and Unreal Engine
Diagnose, debug, and optimize gameplay systems for performance and stability
Participate in regular playtests and use feedback to iterate on features and systems
Collaborate with technical and non-technical teammates to establish workflows, constraints, and development practices
Share Unreal Engine knowledge and best practices with teammates
Help troubleshoot gameplay and engine-related challenges

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
5 years of programming experience
Professional C++ experience
Strong professional experience with Unreal Engine 5
Experience working closely with designers and other disciplines throughout game development
Experience developing and shipping gameplay systems or features
Strong debugging, problem-solving, and optimization skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with technical and non-technical teammates
Experience shipping a game using Unreal Engine (nice to have)
Experience working on AAA, multiplayer, or live-service games (nice to have)
Experience with console development (nice to have)
Experience profiling and optimizing gameplay systems in Unreal Engine (nice to have)
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Must disclose whether employment visa sponsorship will be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime pay when applicable
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
401(k)
Flexible/dependent care accounts