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Would you like to work on something comedic with lighthearted and whimsical characters? And are you excited to build the systems and tools to help others create a rich, innovative game? \nAs a Senior Gameplay Engineer - Game Modes at teamLFG, you’ll focus on the game mode systems of an unannounced project from pre-production through release and beyond, collaborating with designers and artists across a range of systems-focused engineering sub-disciplines. Most importantly, you will work with a fun, dedicated, and cross-discipline team devoted to turning a creative dream into a new franchise at PlayStation.\n We look for candidates who value joining a mission-focused team with a diverse set of backgrounds, experiences, interests, and viewpoints.\n RESPONSIBILITIES\nBuild and maintain production-quality gameplay systems, workflows, and tools in C++ on Unreal 5 with minimal oversight\nProvide technical guidance to teammates on how to build code and content to work nicely with our simulation and network model\nCollaborate daily with the content creators and engine team to define and develop the blocks used by the content team to build the game\n REQUIRED SKILLS\nAbility to write, debug, and maintain code in C++\nAbility to communicate with stakeholders of different technical and non-technical backgrounds to help them navigate technology and achieve their goals\nExperience building designer- and artist-facing systems, components and tools\nExperience with development using the Unreal Engine \nNICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS\nExperience with development on a variety of platforms (PC, console)\nAt SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role’s base pay range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and geographic location. \nPlease note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. \nIn addition, this role is eligible for SIE’s top-tier benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.\nThis is a flexible role that can be remote, with varying pay ranges based on geographic location. 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