Job Title: Gameplay Engineer
Company: Gylee Games
Location: Remote/Hybrid
About Gylee Games:
Gylee Games is a game development studio dedicated to crafting memorable gaming experiences through innovative mechanics and storytelling. Known for unique titles like Ra Ra Boom, we’re working on an unannounced collectible card game that will blend strategy, creativity, and immersive gameplay. We’re seeking a Gameplay Engineer to bring this project to life by designing, building, and refining core gameplay systems that players will love.
Job Summary:
The Gameplay Engineer will play a critical role in developing gameplay systems and mechanics for Gylee Games’ upcoming collectible card game. Working closely with designers and artists, you’ll translate ideas into functional, engaging experiences while maintaining balance, performance, and adaptability across various platforms. If you’re passionate about combining engineering precision with creative design to enhance player experience, we’d love for you to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Design, prototype, and implement gameplay mechanics, focusing on the strategic elements of a collectible card game.
- Collaborate with designers, artists, and other engineers to bring game features from concept to completion.
- Ensure smooth, balanced gameplay by implementing complex card interactions, rules, and effects.
- Optimize game performance and work to make gameplay mechanics scalable and modular for future updates.
- Debug, test, and refine gameplay systems to maintain quality and consistency.
- Stay updated with industry trends, especially within the collectible card game genre, and integrate new ideas where relevant.
- Document technical specifications and system designs to support cross-functional teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of experience in gameplay engineering, preferably with experience in strategy or collectible card games.
- Proficiency with C++ or C# and experience with game engines such as Unity or Unreal.
- Strong understanding of game mechanics, physics, and real-time interaction.
- Experience with debugging and performance profiling tools.
- Passion for collectible card games and knowledge of what makes strategic gameplay engaging and enjoyable.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset.
Why Gylee Games?
- Work on an innovative, unannounced collectible card game with a dedicated, passionate team.
- Be part of a creative culture where ideas are valued, and experimentation is encouraged.
- Enjoy a flexible, remote work environment that supports work-life balance and personal growth.
