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Systems Programmer

Systems Programmer

  • Edmonton, AB
  • Gaming and Production
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At Improbable, we’re bringing together technology and games to create new opportunities and experiences. In order to achieve this, we need unique perspectives from diverse people, empowered to revolutionise how online games are made, delivered and paid for.

We believe one of the biggest, most impactful changes to the way we live our lives is going to come from the medium of games. Realising new communities, societies and vocations through virtual worlds is what drives our people and gives them purpose.

With the successful launch of SpatialOS to the gaming world, the popularity of our platform is growing.  Our goal is to demonstrate the potential of the platform through our original IP game, leveraging SpatialOS and the Unreal Engine.

A Systems Programmer plays an instrumental role in bridging the development of the game with the capabilities of SpatialOS and Improbable's Unreal GDK.  You understand the core concepts of SpatialOS and combines that knowledge with game development expertise to build innovative gameplay features and systems.   You also help to drive the requirements of the platform by giving structured feedback on the process of using the technology and the challenges faced.

We'd like to hear from you

  • Knowledge of game architectures and game development paradigms (e.g. entity component systems).
  • Knowledge and working experience of game engines (e.g. Unity, Unreal, Frostbite, or CryEngine).
  • Excellent communication and team skills
  • Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders (e.g. producers, artists, designers).
  • Ability to establish technical requirements from creative or design-led pitches.
  • Ability to define and understand elements of game design documents and technical design documents.
  • Experience breaking down the development of a system into a number of manageable tasks.
  • Knowledge of implementing gameplay or elements of gameplay (e.g. combat mechanics, AI behaviours, pathfinding).

  • Previous experience with shipping 2+ titles.

  • Previous experience developing titles for desktop or console.
  • Previous experience with implementing features for multiplayer games.
  • A portfolio of projects/side projects.

While we think the above experience could be important, we’re keen to hear from people that believe they have valuable experience to bring to the role. If you identify with the team and mission, but not all of our requirements, then please still apply!!
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