Senior Gameplay Programmer

Join Our Team at Sandbox VRAt Sandbox VR, we are redefining the world of entertainment with the most advanced virtual reality experiences available. Our goal is to connect people through exceptional immersive experiences. When visitors enter one of our locations, they become the stars of their own stories, equipped with cutting-edge full-body motion tracking gear and Hollywood-quality motion capture technology. In our expansive 'holodecks', groups can explore together, relying on one another to triumph in thrilling challenges. From space explorations to epic sea battles, or even surviving a zombie apocalypse, our adventures leave a lasting impression.Since our inception in 2017, we have established ourselves as leaders in the location-based VR industry. As we continue our global expansion, now is the perfect moment to become a part of the Sandbox VR family. We are committed to fostering strong community relationships by delivering exceptional experiences to both our guests and our team members. We value humility and collaboration, ensuring that everyone involved—guests and colleagues alike—achieves success together. If this excites you, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of entertainment.As a Senior Gameplay Programmer, you will be instrumental in crafting the future of immersive multiplayer VR experiences. This role involves bringing gameplay to life through the development of player interactions, AI behaviors, and essential systems in Unity. You will collaborate closely with designers and artists to produce engaging, high-quality experiences. Your leadership will guide the technical direction, mentor fellow developers, and ensure the delivery of polished, high-performance gameplay that captivates players worldwide.

Role Overview CD Projekt Red is hiring a Senior Gameplay Engineer in Vancouver. This role focuses on building gameplay mechanics for the studio’s well-known open-world titles. The position calls for close collaboration with designers, artists, and fellow engineers to deliver memorable player experiences. What You Will Do Develop and refine gameplay systems and features Work with multidisciplinary teams to shape game experiences Contribute to the creation of immersive, engaging content for players around the globe

Join our dynamic team at Blackbird Interactive as an Intermediate Gameplay Software Engineer. In this role, you will be pivotal in developing innovative gameplay systems using our proprietary engine. You will collaborate closely with designers and artists to create immersive and engaging player experiences.

About UsEstablished in 2023, 2K Sports Lab is the latest independent studio under the 2K umbrella, dedicated to redefining the landscape of game development. Based in the vibrant city of Vancouver, British Columbia, we are assembling a premier team focused on delivering an outstanding gaming experience through innovative ideas, technical prowess, and collaborative creativity. We invite passionate professionals from all areas of game development to join us in realizing our ambitious vision. If you are ready to face unique challenges and elevate our team, we encourage you to apply!Your RoleWe are on the lookout for a seasoned Gameplay Design Director who upholds high standards, possesses a genuine passion for authentic sports mechanics, and has a proven track record in crafting intricate and engaging second-to-second gameplay experiences.In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with a diverse team of Engineers, Animators, Designers, and Producers to establish the foundation and drive innovations that create world-class gameplay for our upcoming flagship sports franchise. You will be instrumental in shaping the long-term vision for our gameplay mechanics and will lead a substantial team of developers to realize that vision.Your ResponsibilitiesAct as the ‘Product Owner’ for our gameplay team, focusing on the competitive arena of sports video games.Assess the team's progress and game quality, working in tandem with Production to create and adjust plans for effective execution.Recruit and nurture a talented team of Gameplay and System Designers.Guide your team in designing the gameplay experience while overseeing the design process and documentation.Inspire the studio with your gameplay vision in collaboration with Engineers, Animators, and Artists to implement it effectively.Mentor and manage your design team, fostering a positive morale and a healthy team culture.Contribute as an individual when possible, demonstrating a hands-on approach in the engine to ensure the highest quality experience.Ideal Candidate ProfileA deep-seated passion for sports and sports video games.Demonstrated experience in directing and delivering high-quality, defining gameplay experiences.A strong background in systemic game design with a passion for it.Proven leadership experience managing a design team of 5+ and overseeing a larger development team of 20+.

Epic Games is hiring a Senior Language Programmer for the Verse UE Integration team in Vancouver, British Columbia. This position focuses on advancing the Verse toolchain, including the compiler, virtual machine, and runtime, which are central to game development in Unreal Engine and UEFN. The work supports systems used by every UE and UEFN developer working with Verse. Role overview This role involves enhancing the Verse compiler toolchain and virtual machine, implementing new language features, and integrating these tools into Unreal Engine’s content, build, and cooking pipelines. The Senior Language Programmer will work to optimize performance, memory usage, and iteration times across the Verse toolchain and its interface with Unreal Engine. Maintaining and developing testing workflows to validate improvements and prevent regressions is also a key part of the job. Collaboration with the Verse Language team and Unreal Engine programmers is essential to support ongoing integration efforts. What you will do Improve the Verse compiler toolchain and virtual machine. Add new language features and integrate the toolchain into Unreal Engine’s pipelines. Optimize performance, memory use, and iteration speed for the Verse toolchain and UE/Verse interface. Develop and maintain testing workflows to validate changes and catch regressions early. Work closely with the Verse Language team and Unreal Engine programmers on integration projects. Requirements Strong experience with C++17 or newer. Background in profiling and optimizing large codebases. Analytical skills for understanding complex, interconnected systems. Clear communication and teamwork skills, especially when working with other programming teams. Ability to work independently and deliver practical solutions. Experience with compiler or VM internals, or Unreal Engine integration, is a plus.

Join our innovative team at System Canada Technologies as a Systems Programmer. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing our systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. You will collaborate closely with other IT professionals to implement solutions that meet the needs of our clients.

CD Projekt Red is seeking a Senior Animation Programmer (R&D) to join the Vancouver studio. This position focuses on building advanced animation systems that support interactive storytelling in games. Role overview As a Senior Animation Programmer, collaboration with artists and designers will be central. The goal is to develop new animation technologies that improve how players experience and interact with game worlds. What you will do Create and refine animation systems for in-game characters and environments Work closely with creative teams to ensure animation tools meet artistic and gameplay needs Contribute to research and development efforts that push the boundaries of interactive storytelling Location This role is based in Vancouver.

Join our dynamic team at Monks as a Senior Copywriter. We are seeking a creative wordsmith who can craft compelling narratives that resonate with our audience. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative content strategies and produce high-quality copy for various platforms. If you're passionate about storytelling and have a knack for persuasive writing, we want to hear from you!

Join our dynamic team at spare as a Senior Brand Designer, where your creative vision will help shape the identity of our brand. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative design solutions that resonate with our audience. You will be responsible for creating visual concepts, managing design projects, and ensuring brand consistency across all platforms.

About UsHello from Thinkingbox, your go-to agency for bringing ideas to life! We specialize in crafting innovative digital, experiential, social, and content solutions, collaborating with top brands in industries such as sports, gaming, entertainment, and technology. We believe that those who shape the work should also be the ones who envisioned it. While others may hesitate, we are already in the process of creating. Our team comprises both thinkers and makers, working together in a culture that fosters collaboration. Our offices are vibrant spaces where creativity thrives, from spending time with our office dogs to enjoying Thursday happy hours. We also encourage our team to take a month each year to explore new perspectives, whether that means working from a different office or soaking up inspiration on the beaches of Mexico.The RoleWe are on the lookout for a Senior Producer with exceptional skills in motion and video production to spearhead integrated campaigns across digital platforms and content. You will collaborate with global clients in gaming, tech, and entertainment, guiding projects from conception to delivery. Your primary focus will be on producing motion-led initiatives, efficiently managing shoots, crews, and post-production workflows, all while ensuring cohesive campaigns come to life. You thrive in complex environments and are adept at delivering high-quality results within specified timelines and budgets.

Tigera is at the forefront of network security and observability with Calico, our unified platform designed to prevent, detect, and mitigate security breaches in Kubernetes clusters. Calico Open Source, our flagship offering, stands as the most widely adopted container networking and security solution globally.With a powerful presence, Calico powers over 100 million containers across 8 million nodes in 166 countries. Our software is supported by all major cloud providers and Kubernetes distributions, trusted by industry leaders such as Discover, Chipotle, NBCUniversal, HanseMerkur, Box, Siemens Healthineers, Playtech, Royal Bank of Canada, and Bell Canada.As we expand, we seek passionate individuals who resonate with our mission to elevate our company and uphold our values. Our core principles include a customer-centric approach, ambition, agility in execution, continuous learning, and a culture of respect, collaboration, and support.If you aim to make a significant impact and align with our values and product vision, we want to connect with you!About Your RoleAs a Senior TestOps Engineer in our Delivery Engineering team, you will be the architect of our quality gates. Your role transcends traditional testing; you will create high-performance infrastructure and automated tools that empower our developers to deploy code swiftly and confidently. You will synergize QA, DevOps, and Software Engineering to ensure our delivery pipeline is robust, observable, and scalable.This position is hybrid based in Vancouver.Salary range: CA$125,000 to CA$150,000.

Role overview Xero is hiring a Senior Software Engineer for the Vancouver, BC office at 333 Seymour St. The focus is on solving large-scale engineering challenges and shaping distributed systems that serve millions. This goes beyond delivering features: the work includes refactoring complex monolithic systems and building reliable, scalable software. Key responsibilities Modernize legacy systems by decomposing monolithic components and moving toward distributed, scalable architectures. Improve the developer experience by evolving CI/CD pipelines, enhancing tooling, and supporting test-driven development. Work with technologies such as C#, .NET, React, AWS, and Kubernetes. Design and implement solutions that align with long-term engineering goals and frameworks. Collaboration and mentorship This senior role offers autonomy in code design decisions and the chance to influence engineering standards across Xero. Senior Engineers mentor peers, help teammates work through technical challenges, and contribute to a culture that values learning and technical excellence. Team culture Work closely with engineers, product owners, and designers in an agile environment. The team emphasizes continuous learning, regular code reviews, and open knowledge sharing to maintain high standards. Collaboration and technical mastery are central to the team's approach. Work environment This position is based in Vancouver and follows a hybrid work model, combining time in the office with remote work.

At DIALOG, we are driven by a passion for design that enhances the wellbeing of our communities and the environment. Our team comprises architects, interior designers, urban planners, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, landscape architects, and sustainability specialists, all dedicated to creating spaces that foster community vitality and environmental responsibility.We pride ourselves on being a collaborative, diverse group of innovative thinkers and city-shapers who are committed to our values and to making positive changes in our communities. As a proud Certified B Corporation and recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers, we leverage our design expertise as a force for good.If you have a passion for building science and a keen eye for technical details and product literature, we invite you to join us. Are you excited about innovating to create aesthetically pleasing and functional buildings while minimizing environmental impact?As a Senior Specifications Writer at DIALOG, you will play a vital role within our Specifications Team, which focuses on your professional growth and development. You will collaborate closely with Project Management leads, Job Captains, and project teams to manage the specification writing process, guiding your projects from inception to completion.This role can be based in our studios located in Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, Toronto, or Vancouver.

AECOM Burnaby is in search of a dynamic and experienced Senior Environmental Specialist to join our Ecology, Planning and Permitting team. This full-time role is perfect for a technically adept professional who possesses a comprehensive understanding of British Columbia’s environmental regulations and has significant leadership experience in large-scale infrastructure permitting. The ideal candidate will play a key role in guiding multidisciplinary teams, mentoring colleagues, and facilitating major project approvals throughout British Columbia and Western Canada.Key Responsibilities:Lead and support a team of professionals from the Burnaby office and across Canada, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth within the organization.Offer high-level technical expertise in aquatic biology, impact assessments, and permitting procedures, including the preparation and review of Environmental Assessment applications and regulatory submissions.Possess extensive knowledge of B.C. Environmental Assessment processes, particularly for significant infrastructure, energy, and transportation projects.Engage with clients, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders, leading consultations and environmental planning discussions.Oversee the formulation of work scopes, technical outputs, and environmental management plans.Provide leadership for aquatic studies; hands-on experience in fish and fish habitat assessments is highly regarded.Draft strategic proposals and budgets, spearhead business development efforts, and contribute to the growth of the Environment business line.Collaborate with regulators, clients, Indigenous communities, and other AECOM technical leads.Proactively identify project challenges and deliver effective, innovative solutions.Champion the integration of safety and quality across projects, aligning with AECOM’s core values and performance standards.Mentor junior and intermediate team members across technical and regulatory domains.

At ZoomInfo, we drive career growth by fostering an environment that is fast-paced, innovative, and empowering. You will work alongside passionate teammates who challenge one another and celebrate collective achievements. Our tools and supportive culture are designed to help you make a significant impact and achieve your ambitions swiftly.About the RoleWe are looking for a Senior Analytics Engineer who will become the authority on our data pipeline—the backbone that ingests, processes, and profiles millions of company records to enhance our clients' go-to-market strategies.In this position, you will develop a profound understanding of how our data flows from acquisition through profiling and output. You will analyze code to grasp data transformations and system dependencies, contribute informed perspectives to design discussions with Engineering and Product, and help guide the evolution of our next-gen data infrastructure. As you master our systems, you will play a critical role in leading strategic data improvement initiatives that require both systemic thinking and innovative problem-solving.This role is not focused on merely building dashboards or SQL reports; it centers on comprehending data systems at an architectural level, addressing complex data challenges, and ensuring our pipeline infrastructure evolves consistently to fulfill client needs and sustain our competitive edge.You will collaborate closely with fellow data analysts during an active infrastructure transition phase. As systems stabilize and your expertise deepens, you will gradually take ownership of more pipeline architecture and strategic projects. This role offers substantial growth potential for those eager to become the go-to technical expert in our data systems.

Join Blackbird Interactive as a Senior Level Designer, where you will play a pivotal role in crafting immersive game experiences. Collaborate with a talented team of designers and developers to create engaging levels that captivate players. Your expertise will be essential in shaping the overall gameplay and ensuring an exceptional user experience.

As the Senior Director of Sourcing at Arc'teryx, you will lead our sourcing strategy, ensuring the highest standards of quality and sustainability in our materials. Your role will involve collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to optimize our supply chain processes and enhance product development timelines. You will be instrumental in building and maintaining relationships with key suppliers, negotiating contracts, and continuously assessing sourcing performance to drive efficiency and innovation.

Blackbird Interactive Inc. is looking for a Senior Technical Director in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Role Overview This senior leadership role guides the technical team, shaping the direction and execution of technology across studio projects. The Senior Technical Director steers projects from early planning stages through delivery, ensuring technical goals align with creative vision and production needs. What You Will Do Lead and mentor a team of technical professionals Oversee the development and implementation of new technologies for studio projects Support projects through all phases, from concept to completion Maintain high technical standards to help keep the studio at the forefront of the gaming industry

Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies unites two leading automotive companies with a shared commitment to software-defined vehicles. This partnership draws on strengths in operating systems, cloud connectivity, and electric vehicle technology to meet the changing needs of the automotive industry. The team operates where connectivity, artificial intelligence, and security intersect, working toward a more connected and sustainable mobility future. Role overview The Senior Software Engineer – Mobile Integration QA, based in Vancouver, British Columbia, focuses on ensuring the quality and reliability of mobile applications and vehicle firmware. This role combines hands-on testing with the development of automated tools, supporting the delivery of robust software for connected vehicles. What you will do Use both automated and manual testing methods to verify mobile applications and vehicle firmware. Develop and enhance automated testing tools and internal infrastructure to help the team scale. Identify, document, and track software issues, collaborating with other teams to resolve them. Validate bug fixes and confirm that issues are fully addressed before release. Work with cross-functional teams to improve quality assurance processes continuously. What sets this role apart This position offers the chance to impact the quality of consumer-facing automotive technology on a global scale. Beyond testing, the role involves building tools and shaping internal systems to support the next generation of connected vehicles.

Dialpad Inc. seeks a Senior Technical Recruiter in Vancouver, Canada to help grow its engineering team. This position centers on identifying, attracting, and hiring skilled technical professionals who will support ongoing projects and contribute to a diverse workplace. Key responsibilities Work closely with hiring managers to understand team needs and define ideal candidate profiles Create and implement recruitment strategies tailored for technical roles Source candidates through social media, networking, job fairs, and additional channels Represent and promote Dialpad’s employer brand throughout the hiring process Impact of this role The Senior Technical Recruiter plays a central role in shaping the future of Dialpad’s engineering team. This work directly supports company growth and helps maintain a talented, diverse group of professionals.