About the role

Senior Tools Programmer developing C++ tools and workflows for Cyberpunk 2 at CD PROJEKT RED. Collaborating with teams to enhance development processes and mentor engineers.

Responsibilities

Help drive the design and implementation of high-quality, maintainable C++ tools and workflows, primarily for Unreal Engine
Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams to understand complex needs, propose effective solutions, and champion tools development efforts
Independently manage the full lifecycle of tool initiatives, from ideation and prioritization, to deployment and ongoing support
Proactively provide ad hoc tools support, effectively balancing immediate needs against broader development priorities without constant oversight
Evangelize tools best practices, advocating their strategic importance to productivity and quality across the organization
Objectively evaluate the impact of tools and workflows on project productivity to inform prioritization decisions
Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers, enhancing team capabilities

Extensive experience writing production-level C++ code, with significant, demonstrable contributions to complex, large-scale codebases on collaborative projects
Experience driving projects through their full lifecycle, from concept to deployment and maintenance
Ability to articulate technical concepts, discuss trade-offs, and advocate for quality standards
Experience with planning work according to priorities, risks, and the need to deliver value incrementally
Nice to have: Extensive experience with Unreal Engine or similar AAA game engines
Proficiency in UI/UX design, specifically with Slate, Editor Utility Widgets, or comparable frameworks
Previous mentorship or technical leadership experience in a game development context
Experience with a scripting language or system, such as Blueprint, Python, MEL

Company-paid medical healthcare (dental, vision, and mental)
Free mental health support, including access to counseling, psychiatric care, and a variety of well-being webinars
Paid leave — 26 days of vacation, 10 sick days, & 12 calendar holidays per year
RRSP with employer matching
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) – $100 per month to use towards fitness, wellness, internet, home office equipment, learning, streaming services, and more
Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain
RED Parents Network — support for working parents
Flexible working hours
Trainings, lectures, and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available
A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team
Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working!
Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world
No dress-code — we like to keep it casual