Full-Time

Gameplay Engineer

thatgamecompany

thatgamecompany

201-500 employees

Develops premium, emotionally immersive video games

Compensation Overview

$105k - $133k/yr

+ Discretionary Bonus

No H1B Sponsorship

Remote in USA + 1 more

More locations: Remote in Canada

Remote

Category
Software Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Computer Networking
C#
Lua
C/C++
Requirements
  • 3-5+ years of relevant programming experience in the game industry
  • Excellent 3D Vector Math Skills
  • Knowledge and usage of a 3D art tool such as Maya
  • Experience building gameplay systems/building blocks for designers to author content
  • Careful attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to understand and solve problems presented by the team
  • Responds well to feedback, criticism and iterative design and/or continual improvement of our technology and games
  • Be fluent in C, C++ or C# and object-oriented programming
  • Have experience with scripting languages and multiple data formats (LUA, JSON etc)
  • Have MMO experience
Responsibilities
  • Design, write, debug and refine networked gameplay systems and features
  • Iterate quickly in response to testing feedback and iterations
  • Provide technical insight and ideas regarding game design
  • Work closely with designers and back-end engineers on both real-time and asynchronous features
  • Limited time events (seasons) with unique and fun gameplay
  • Quests and other daily activities that drive user retention
  • Social experiences that make every moment better with others
Desired Qualifications
  • Python programming
  • Backend languages such as Go, Erlang and/or PL/SQL
  • Systems managing persistent account data
  • Synchronous multiplayer features
  • Live service multiplayer online games
  • Mobile games

Thatgamecompany creates premium, artistically crafted video games focused on exploration, beauty, and emotional connection. The studio develops immersive experiences that are accessible to a wide audience, including casual gamers and families, often emphasizing shared or contemplative play. Its products work as premium digital titles sold on major platforms, sometimes including in-app purchases, with a focus on visually striking visuals, gentle mechanics, and emotionally resonant storytelling that invite players to explore and connect with the game world. Thatgamecompany differentiates itself from competitors through a strong emphasis on artistic quality, emotional depth, and inclusivity, backed by a collaborative, experimental studio culture that prioritizes team-driven innovation. The company’s goal is to create meaningful, memorable gaming experiences that push the boundaries of interactive art while reaching a broad audience and fostering a sense of wonder and community.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$196.1M

Headquarters

Santa Monica, California

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sky PC expansion via Steam Early Access (April 2024) unlocks lucrative Western PC gaming market.
  • $160M funding from TPG and Sequoia Capital enables aggressive expansion and new IP development.
  • Demonstrated monetization success through in-app purchases across five platforms generates recurring revenue streams.

What critics are saying

  • Sky Early Access holds only 86% positive reviews; player dissatisfaction risks retention and monetization.
  • Two-year PC launch delay signals technical instability; full 1.0 release delay risks Steam delisting.
  • NetEase publishing deal in China eliminates direct revenue control in world's largest mobile market.

What makes thatgamecompany unique

  • Emotionally-driven game design with artistic vision differentiates thatgamecompany from mainstream competitors.
  • Cross-platform accessibility across iOS, Android, Switch, PS4, and PC maximizes addressable market.
  • Sky's social MMO features create network effects and sustained player engagement through shared experiences.

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Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Pet Insurance

Mental Health Support

Wellness Program

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

2%
PCGamesN
Oct 9th, 2023
Journey dev reveals new Steam demo for its award-winning cozy MMO

Thatgamecompany has not announced Sky's PC release date just yet, but the studio does say that the demo serves to help the full launch and that the team has "big plans" set for the following year.

GamingonPhone
Mar 5th, 2022
Sky: Children of the Light maker Thatgamecompany raises $160M in investment

Thatgamecompany known for amazing emotional game worlds announced that it has raised $160 investment from TPG and Sequoia .

PocketGamer
Mar 3rd, 2022
Sky Group launched Nintendo Switch on Jun 30th 21'.

Furthermore, Sky launched on Nintendo Switch at the end of June 2021.

VentureBeat
Mar 3rd, 2022
Sky And Journey Maker Thatgamecompany Raises $160M

Thatgamecompany has built amazing and emotional game worlds such as Sky, and today it is announcing it has raised $160 million in funding.