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The Oracle
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Senior Game Developer
AMER
Location
$110,000
Salary
$53/hr
Hourly Rate
90%
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Proficient in Unreal Engine and C++. Experienced in game mechanics and systems development.
AI Behavior Trees Development
The Seeker
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Senior Game Engineer
APAC
Location
$105,000
Salary
$50/hr
Hourly Rate
91%
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Dedicated to enhancing player interaction through innovative gameplay technologies. Strong background in scalable game systems.
Automated Testing Creation
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The Father
Senior Gameplay Engineer
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AMER
Location
$120,000
Salary
$58/hr
Hourly Rate
92%
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Expert in Unreal Engine with over 10 years of experience. Passionate about creating immersive gameplay experiences.
Featured Skills
Game Mechanics Design
The Mother
Lead Gameplay Engineer
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EMEA
Location
$130,000
Salary
$62/hr
Hourly Rate
88%
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Skilled in both development and design aspects of gameplay. Over 8 years of industry expertise in team leadership.
Featured Skills
Character Abilities Implementation
The Protector
Gameplay Programmer
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APAC
Location
$90,000
Salary
$43/hr
Hourly Rate
95%
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Focused on building high-performance gameplay systems. Adept at working in collaborative environments to deliver quality software.
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Combat Systems Development
The Enforcer
Senior Gameplay Developer
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APAC
Location
$115,000
Salary
$55/hr
Hourly Rate
94%
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Innovative problem solver with a focus on gameplay quality. Extensive experience in the gaming industry.
Featured Skills
Memory Usage Optimization
The Oracle
Senior Game Developer
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Anonymous
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AMER
Location
$110,000
Salary
$53/hr
Hourly Rate
90%
Approval Rating
Proficient in Unreal Engine and C++. Experienced in game mechanics and systems development.
Featured Skills
AI Behavior Trees Development
The Visionary
Gameplay Engineer
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Anonymous
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EMEA
Location
$85,000
Salary
$41/hr
Hourly Rate
87%
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Enthusiastic about game mechanics and player engagement. Strong foundation in programming and game design.
Featured Skills
Gameplay Performance Profiling
The Strategist
Gameplay Designer
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Anonymous
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AMER
Location
$100,000
Salary
$48/hr
Hourly Rate
89%
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Creative designer with a knack for engaging user experiences. Proven track record in gameplay testing and iteration.
Featured Skills
Draw Calls Reduction
The Seeker
Senior Game Engineer
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Anonymous
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APAC
Location
$105,000
Salary
$50/hr
Hourly Rate
91%
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Dedicated to enhancing player interaction through innovative gameplay technologies. Strong background in scalable game systems.
Featured Skills
Automated Testing Creation
The Catalyst
Technical Gameplay Engineer
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EMEA
Location
$125,000
Salary
$60/hr
Hourly Rate
93%
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Specializes in technical solutions for complex gameplay challenges. Known for delivering high-quality engines.
Featured Skills
Level-Of-Detail Implementation
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<h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Gameplay Systems Development</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Designing game mechanics for player interaction and engagement.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Implementing character abilities and skill systems in Unreal Engine.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating and fine-tuning combat systems for various enemy types.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing AI behavior trees for non-player characters. </div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Performance Optimization</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Profiling gameplay performance to identify bottlenecks.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Optimizing memory usage to improve game stability.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Reducing draw calls for improved frame rates.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Implementing level-of-detail (LOD) for 3D models effectively.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Collaboration and Integration</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Working closely with artists to integrate assets seamlessly.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Collaborating with sound designers to synchronize audio with gameplay. </div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Integrating third-party plugins to enhance game features.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Coordinating with QA to troubleshoot gameplay issues.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Testing and Iteration</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating automated tests for game systems and mechanics.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Conducting playtests to gather player feedback on gameplay.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Iterating on gameplay features based on testing results.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Documenting gameplay systems and changes for team communication.</div></div>

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