Gameplay Engineer - FTC till Nov

Supermassive Games have produced some of the most recognisable and compelling storytelling titles in the world of AAA games.  The BAFTA-winning Until Dawn, the cinematic masterclass of The Dark Pictures Anthology, the multi-award winning The Quarry, the action-packed rollercoaster horror VR titles Switchback VR and Rush of Blood to the world of Little Nightmares, and many more!  

We’re looking for a Gameplay Engineer to join our team on a fixed-term contract basis.   

This is an exciting opportunity to make a high-impact contribution, taking ownership of core gameplay mechanics to ensure that the moment-to-moment player experience is polished, responsive, and engaging.  

This is a fixed term contract until November 2026 (we therefore cannot offer sponsorship for this vacancy) 

 Main responsibilities will be: 

• Implement gameplay features using C++ and Unreal Engine.  

• Collaborate with design to prototype and iterate on new mechanics.  

• Debug, optimise, and maintain gameplay systems.  

• Review code and contribute to technical and cross discipline discussions.  

• Work closely with animation, audio, and VFX teams.  

• Identify risks, manage dependencies, and support project planning.  

• Tackle driven engineering challenges, including bespoke frameworks and internal mesh networking. 

Requirements

Here’s what you’ll need to be considered: 

• Strong professional experience in gameplay programming. 

• Proficiency in C++ and Unreal Engine.  

• Solid understanding of Unreal Actor and Component architecture, including GAS.  

• Familiarity with replication/networking, multiplayer systems, and physics in live environments.  

• Knowledge of Sequencer and sequencer-based workflows.  

• Expertise in profiling using Insights, CSV, and LLM optimisation techniques.  

• Understanding of Unreal game feature plugins and core engine architecture.  

• Experience developing for Gen9, Gen8, PC, and mobile platforms.  

• Experience with gameplay systems (combat, traversal, interactions, AI, narrative).  

• Ability to collaborate across multidiscipline teams.  

• Experience with Perforce or Git. 

Benefits

The Perks of being a Supermassive Superstar are: 

• 25 Days Annual Leave (3 of which are used when we close the studio for our end of year break)  

• Private Medical Insurance (BUPA)  

• Medicash assistance (Including dental and optician support) 

• Life Assurance (6 x annual salary) 

• Pension Scheme  

• Employee Assistance Programme  

• Income Protection   

• Enhanced Family Leave (maternity and paternity pay)