Big Time Studios hiring Lead Gameplay Engineer - Unreal • Remote (Work from Home) | Himalayas
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Lead Gameplay Engineer - Unreal

Big Time Studios is a game development company focused on creating AAA multiplayer blockchain-based games, including their flagship title 'Big Time,' an action RPG. They prioritize a player-first approach and innovative gameplay with true asset ownership.

Big Time Studios

Employee count: 51-200

A BIT ABOUT US
We’re the creators of Big Time, a breakout multiplayer action RPG, and the builders of Open Loot, a Web3 gaming platform powering hundreds of thousands of players and dozens of studios. Our ecosystem combines seamless onboarding, player-owned economies, and a robust NFT marketplace. Open Loot is fully live, profitable, and scaling fast—with over $300M in revenue and a growing network of partner games, token launches, and digital collectibles. Backed by veterans from Epic, Riot, Blizzard, and EA, we're building the future of games where players truly own what they play.
THE MISSION
As a world-class Gameplay Engineering Lead, you will head a small, fully remote team and work on an exciting Multiplayer, Action RPG title. Working on Gameplay at Big Time Studios, you will interact closely with Designers, Artists, and guide the engineering team in order to architect and implement gameplay systems throughout the project.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of game development experience
  • Shipped at least one high-quality AAA game for PC or Console
  • Strong programming background and C++ knowledge
  • Strong problem solving abilities
  • Hands-on experience with gameplay systems like AI, Animation, Combat and Missions
  • Experience profiling and optimizing game performance
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment with multiple stakeholders
  • Experience managing gameplay teams
  • Must love games!

Desirable

  • Experience with MMO or Action RPG game development
  • Experience with procedural world and dungeon generation algorithms
  • Experience working on a distributed team spread across several time zones
  • Unreal Engine 4 experience

What we offer

  • Fully remote work, with a yearly company offsite
  • Experience working with gaming veterans of game titles with a gross aggregate revenue well over $10B USD
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Work on a new IP with franchise potential

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Full Time

Experience level

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Location requirements

Open to candidates from all countries.

Hiring timezones

Worldwide

About Big Time Studios

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At the heart of Big Time Studios is a culture deeply rooted in innovation and a 'Players First' mindset. Founded in 2020 by Ari Meilich, a co-founder of Decentraland, along with gaming industry veteran Thor Alexander, the studio is on a mission to build cutting-edge AAA entertainment for the 21st century. The team comprises veterans from renowned gaming giants like Epic Games, Blizzard, EA, Riot, and Infinity Ward, bringing a wealth of experience from franchises that have collectively grossed over $10 billion. This diverse, international team, with members spanning the US, Argentina, Kuwait, Singapore, and more, collaborates daily, driven by a shared passion for creating immersive and engaging gaming experiences. The studio believes in empowering players, a philosophy evident in their flagship title, 'Big Time,' a free-to-play, multiplayer action RPG that seamlessly blends fast-action combat with adventure through time and space.

Big Time Studios fosters an environment where collaboration and ownership are paramount. They operate as a united team, emphasizing mutual trust and support to develop games that resonate with their community. Every team member is encouraged to take charge of opportunities, innovate, and contribute to a fantastic gaming experience that embodies the company's core values. The studio is a pioneer in the Web3 gaming space, leveraging blockchain technology not merely as a feature but as a foundational element to create secure, player-driven economies and empower users with true ownership of their in-game assets. This commitment extends to making complex technologies like NFTs accessible to a mass-market audience, as demonstrated by their patented Vault technology, which simplifies the user experience. Their approach is to deliver amazing games with immersive gameplay first, ensuring entertainment value and creating experiences that are 'Twitch-worthy,' thereby leading the evolution of Web3 gaming.

Employee benefits

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Competitive Compensation

Market-leading salary.

Unlimited PTO

Unlimited paid time off.

Performance-based Bonuses

Bonuses based on performance.

Fully Remote Work

Offers a fully remote work environment.

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