Gameplay Programmer | Programmeur de gameplay

Larian · Quebec

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open: 81 days
Reposted: No
Salary listed: No
Ghost-job risk at Larian: high
Hiring momentum: 76 roles opened in the last 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board: 2026-10-24

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Larian's own lever board since 2026-08-04. Full hiring picture for Larian.

About this role

As a Gameplay Programmer at Larian Studios, you will work on various aspects of game systems including engine features, gameplay, UI, audio, animation, and tools. You will collaborate closely with other departments and content creators to implement game components, write maintainable code in a TDD fashion, and actively participate in the design and production processes. This role requires a full-time, on-site presence to foster collaboration and creativity within an international team.

Our read on this posting2.4out of 5

benefits: 3/5
freshness: 1/5
career value: 4/5
role clarity: 4/5
pay transparency: 0/5

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What you need

4+ years experience in C++
Excellent feel for RPG systems and gameplay
Experience with commercial proprietary engines
Open-minded, willing to experiment and iterate over a specific feature
Concepts as state machines, pathfinding, AI routines should be second nature
Ability to think like a designer to create compelling and fun gameplay

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering
Experience with machine learning algorithms
Experience with TDD and ECS
Background in RPGs
Shipped game/console titles

What you get

An international team of over 600 employees spread across 7 studios
An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome
A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers
Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
Commitment to making the best game possible for fans

Worth weighing

Full-time, on-site role may limit flexibility
No salary or specific benefits listed in the posting

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Listed by Larian on their lever job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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