We are looking for an experienced gameplay programmer with excellent coding skills and a good understanding and feel of MMORPG game design. Together with a small, but scaling team of co-workers, you will be joining our mission of creating the next generation of Free-to-Play PC / cross-platform MMORPGs.
As a gameplay programmer working on Ember Sword, you will be designing and implementing gameplay systems and features in close collaboration with our CTO, your fellow programmers, and the design and art team.
You are:
A creative coder with a strong feel for gameplay and design
Passionate about games, gameplay and game development
Open to direction, feedback, and discussion
Someone with a strong work ethic, solid communication skills and fluent in English
Self reliant
Good communicator
Good at rapid prototyping to evaluate gameplay ideas
You have:
Moderate to good coding skills, specifically in C++
Experience with vector math (basic knowledge is a requirement)
Experience with implementing interlocking gameplay systems in close collaboration with designers
5+ years of experience in the industry – we’re open-minded and gladly talk with enthusiastic applicants with varying levels of experience
Bachelor in computer science or equivalent qualifications
Experience in developing games.
Experience creating user interfaces (WPF / Noesis with C++)
Practical info:
Ember Sword is developed using a custom game engine
We have a very agile approach to development, with a very flat hierarchy
A job in a fast growing international startup with huge ambitions and a dream project
Lots of responsibility, and a chance to shape your own role as we grow
A bunch of fun colleagues from over 10 different nations
Job start is “as soon as possible”
The work hours are flexible
Salary depends on qualifications and seniority (including potential stock-option plan)
This is a full-time position. It is unsuitable for remote employees (Due to corona we’re temporarily working remote; After corona we expect people to work from our office in Aarhus).
We are continuously reviewing applications
Culture at Bright Star
Located in the historical and beautiful city of Aarhus, Denmark, you find a team of outgoing and enthusiastic developers trying to push the boundaries of gaming. We are Bright Star.
Bright Star is a company with a modern mindset, who understands that the world today is an extremely nuanced and multifaceted creature to master and conquer, and only by breaking ancient barriers, adapting to the now and by progressing forward, we come out on both the positive factor and as stronger individuals.
We hire people who are genuinely passionate about changing the games industry for the better. Always on the lookout for the exceptional talent and the rough cut diamond to shape into perfection. We care about a good team effort, having clear and friendly communication, and never being afraid of speaking up.
We’re excited about carving a new path forward for gameplay and monetization of Free-to-Play player-driven MMORPGs – and we can’t wait to have you join us!
This job comes with several perks and benefits
Time is precious. Make it count. Morning person or night owl, this job is for you.
Social gatherings and games; hang out with your colleagues.
We want to take you from good to great.
Are you a true Tech Savvy? Macbook, trackpad, you name it, we get you covered.
Carve out time for your kids, friends and personal cider projects.
Your local office is your anchor point, thus, we placed it centrally at your convenience.