Senior Gameplay Engineer
Hasbro · Austin, TX · 1 wk ago
HybridEngineering$155k–$232k/yrFull-time
What you'll do:
- Design, implement, and iterate on gameplay systems and player-facing features using C++ in Unreal Engine.
- Collaborate closely with Gameplay Design to translate concepts into scalable, maintainable systems.
- Implement features with awareness of replication, shared state, and multiplayer considerations.
- Partner with animation and technical animation teams to ensure gameplay feels responsive and cohesive.
- Debug, profile, and optimize systems to ensure performance, stability, and scalability.
- Contribute to code reviews, technical discussions, and shared engineering practices across the team.
- Design and implement AI-related gameplay features, including behavior logic, decision-making, and player interactions.
What you'll bring:
- 5+ years of professional experience as a Gameplay Engineer on shipped games.
- Strong C++ experience with Unreal Engine gameplay systems.
- Experience implementing gameplay features in real-time 3D environments.
- Familiarity with gameplay systems that operate across multiple players or shared game states, including Unreal Engine AI systems such as behavior trees, AI controllers, or navigation.
- Experience collaborating closely with design and content teams.
- Strong debugging, problem-solving, and systems-thinking skills.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a cross-disciplinary team.
Nice to have:
- Experience working on multiplayer or co-operative gameplay systems.
- Familiarity with Unreal Engine replication or multiplayer gameplay patterns.
- Experience working on action-oriented or systems-heavy games.
- Background contributing to early pre-production or foundational gameplay systems.
Pay Range:
The pay transparency range for this role is $154,900 - $232,400 USD. Employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package, depending on role, location, and eligibility.
Benefits and programs:
- Health & Wellness
- Time Off to Recharge
- Financial Well-being
- Life & Family Support
- Volunteer and Community Initiatives
- Learning & Development
- Exclusive Perks