Senior Gameplay Engineer - Activision Blizzard : Job Details

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Founded in 2002, Infinity Ward is the original studio behind the Call of Duty franchise. The titles developed by Infinity Ward have won more than 200 Game of the Year awards and 100 Editor's Choice awards, among many other industry accolades. Some of our previous titles include: Call of Duty: Ghosts, Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare, and most recently, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Infinity Ward employs more than 250 people in Woodland Hills, Calif., just outside of Los Angeles.

A critically acclaimed studio, Infinity Ward is proud to have one of the hardest-working and versatile development teams in the industry. We love to have as much fun as the games we create, which is reflected in our relaxed yet diligent workplace environment. We believe that making the best games relies on having the best people, so we prioritize our team's well-being. We also enjoy having fun with top-notch events that everyone gets involved with.

Infinity Ward is wholly owned by Activision. To learn more about our studio, please visit us at on Facebook at and on X (@InfinityWard).

Infinity Ward is seeking a talented and passionate Senior Gameplay Engineer to oversee gameplay development. As the Senior Gameplay Engineer, you'll work with our design and content teams to enhance our gameplay systems, pushing for AAA quality and visual fidelity. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Independently contribute to the design of gameplay systems
• Develop, modify, and debug gameplay software in script and C/C++
• Deploy, optimize, and test gameplay software on PC and console platforms
• Collaborate with other internal departments (art, design, audio, QA, etc.)
• Proactively identify issues and fix bugs
• Balance immediate needs with long-term scalability

• 8+ years of gameplay development experience
• At least 1 shipped product as a senior gameplay engineer
• Fluency in 3D math related to game programming
• Strong design sensibilities and outstanding communication skills
• Strong knowledge of C++ programming and practices

• Experience with AAA play-control logic, especially on an FPS title
• Experience with modern animation techniques
• Experience with game physics simulation
• Experience with networked game logic
• Experience with game AI

Activision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies, at the intersection of media, technology, and entertainment. We are home to beloved franchises like Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Diablo, Candy Crush, and Bubble Witch. Our entertainment network reaches hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet.

We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We provide benefits that support physical, emotional, and financial well-being for all employees.

The video game industry is fast-paced and constantly evolving. Duties and responsibilities may change as directed by the company to support our business and industry partnerships.

We encourage all enthusiastic individuals, including those from underrepresented groups, to apply. We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Please email [email protected] for assistance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, without discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

We offer comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and other leaves
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, discounts, and voluntary benefits
• Relocation assistance if required

In the U.S., the base pay range is $101,000 - $186,754 annually, with potential incentive compensation. Specific offers depend on experience, performance, and location. The role's compensation is negotiable.