Senior SDE - Gameplay, Amazon Games

Welcome to Amazon Games Bucharest! As a Senior SDE focusing on Gameplay, you'll be joining an expanding global team that includes development centers in Orange County, Montreal, San Diego, and Seattle. Amazon Games is committed to creating and publishing incredible games, with ambitious projects including New World: Aeternum and an upcoming title based on The Lord of the Rings.

In this role, you'll be responsible for developing core gameplay mechanics, implementing AI behaviors, and creating combat systems that deliver exceptional player experiences. You'll work with cutting-edge technology, leveraging the power of AWS cloud to build amazing experiences for players, streamers, and creators.

The position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the gaming industry while working with a team of industry veterans. You'll collaborate closely with designers, artists, and other developers to bring innovative gaming experiences to life. Your responsibilities will include mentoring junior developers, leading technical initiatives, and ensuring high-performance standards in game development.

Amazon Games has an impressive portfolio, publishing best-in-class games through collaborations with developers like Smilegate RPG (Lost Ark), NCSOFT (THRONE AND LIBERTY), Glowmade (King of Meat), and Crystal Dynamics (upcoming Tomb Raider series). This role offers the chance to be part of a growing studio that combines Amazon's technical excellence with creative gaming innovation.

As a senior engineer, you'll have the opportunity to shape the technical direction of major gaming projects while working in a collaborative environment that values creativity, technical excellence, and player experience. The position offers the chance to work on large-scale services while maintaining a focus on innovative gameplay mechanics and systems.