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Gameplay Software Engineer

Actalent
Burlingame, CA Other
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2026

Job Title: Gameplay Software Engineer II

Job Description

We are seeking an innovative Gameplay Software Engineer II to join our team and contribute to the development of Horizon Worlds. This role involves creating NPC tools and sample TypeScript code to demonstrate NPC behaviors, suitable for both creator samples and AI training.

Responsibilities

  • Create sample TypeScript code to demonstrate NPC behaviors in Horizon Worlds.
  • Develop both simple and complex examples for creator samples and AI training.
  • Participate in all phases of product development lifecycle, including requirements definition, specifications development, testing, product release, and sustaining engineering.

Essential Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent industry experience.
  • 3-5 years of game development experience.
  • Proficiency in TypeScript.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal outside supervision.
  • Capability to multi-task, prioritize, and be flexible in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • A habit of writing super-clean, encapsulated, testable, and well-documented code.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of 3D math.
  • Experience with version control and build systems.
  • Familiarity with AI navigation, Recast/Detour, or game AI techniques.
  • Proficiency in 3D animation tools such as Autodesk Maya, Blender, or 3ds Max.
  • Experience with Unity, Unreal Engine, or similar systems.

Work Environment

The work environment involves 75% development work and 25% collaboration with cross-functional teams. The role requires significant collaboration, ensuring a diverse and inclusive atmosphere where innovation thrives. You will be working closely with tooling side of the product, focusing on building tools for creators.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 14, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $40 - $50

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