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And we have done it in the package of a lean and efficient organization, meaning no overpaid managers, no fancy offices and no extravagant conferences. Instead we give you:\nMaximized Compensation. Typically a +40% salary increase.\nFreedom & Flexibility. No bosses. All digital. Fully remote for those who prefer.\nEmployment Security. High salary, pension, insurance, paid vacation and a big educational fund.\nShape the Future. Projects and assignments for digital game changers like Spotify, Mojang, Toca Boca, and other leading studios and tech companies building the next generation of interactive experiences.\nAs we are growing, we are continuously hiring senior tech consultants and connecting them with impactful projects through our client network.\nWhat you’ll be doing\nAs a Senior Gameplay Programmer at Coody, you’ll design, build, and evolve gameplay systems that sit at the core of player experience. 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We attribute our growth to our simple yet powerful approach to Gravity-Free Consulting, combining the freedom and flexibility of freelancing with the security of traditional employment.\nAt Coody, we believe in freedom, trust, and ambition. You’ll feel like a freelancer with the autonomy to choose assignments that excite you, while enjoying the stability and support of a company that invests in your growth.\nOur network enables you to work with some of the most innovative companies across gaming, tech, and beyond-solving real technical challenges while shaping your own career path.\nWe’re a diverse community of ambitious tech professionals representing multiple nationalities, united by a shared drive to build, learn, and push boundaries.\nCoody is more of a platform than a traditional consultancy. 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