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Senior Gameplay Engineer

Disney Experiences

San Jose, CA
1 day ago
$132,200 - $203,900

Job Description

Join Disney Digital Entertainment as a Senior Gameplay Engineer to help create a groundbreaking game experience that merges the magic of Disney with interactive gameplay. Collaborate with top industry talent to develop engaging experiences based on beloved characters and worlds from Disney/Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement interactive games and experiences based on Disney’s portfolio
  • Write code and collaborate with design/production/art teams
  • Work with UEFN and Verse, adapting to ecosystem limitations
  • Support designers during the game construction process
  • Ensure implementation quality with other engineering team members
  • Champion Disney and team values, advocating for player experience
  • Serve as a key member of the game development team

Required Qualifications

  • 7 years of experience developing console/PC/mobile games or other digital interactive entertainment
  • Experience with Unreal Engine 4/5+ at the native (C++) level
  • Some experience with UEFN/Verse, at least at the hobby-ist level
  • Participated in the creation and release of a AAA product, in a hands-on programming role
  • Served as a programmer during the prototype phase of a project
  • Understands and implements concepts at a production-quality, AAA level such as C++ code, Client/Server architecture, and Game Mathematics
  • Able to mentor and guide junior engineers
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Graphics Programming
  • Mobile experience
  • Familiarity with Online Services
  • Experience with developing and publishing UEFN content
  • Broad understanding of Fortnite and devices available for UGC

Benefits & Perks

Health benefitsSavings benefitsEducational opportunitiesSpecial perks unique to Disney