Senior 3Cs Engineer

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CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior 3Cs Engineer to focus on implementation and fine-tuning the systems for camera, player movement, and control on Project Sirius – an original video game combining beloved aspects of The Witcher world with immersive multiplayer gameplay.
Our ideal candidate is able to work across disciplines with design, art, and other engineers in implementing high-fidelity gameplay. Most importantly, you care deeply for the player, understand what motivates and inspires them, and know how to build systems that fulfill those needs.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Focusing on the 3Cs of Character, Camera, and Controls, the person in this role will work closely with designers, animators, and other engineers on system prototyping and implementation, ensuring the systems built meet the project code standards.
• Develop and implement systems in-engine in a multiplayer environment, using C++ and Blueprints.
• Communicate and collaborate across departments as it pertains to 3Cs systems: work closely with gameplay design and engineers, as well as production in managing the prioritization, implementation, and scope of the game’s systems as they pertain to camera, controls, and character.
• Follow the code quality standards set by the team.
• Collaborate across disciplines in achieving the overall vision of the game.
• Solicit and incorporate feedback from team members regarding existing systems.

• Experience in creating compelling and innovative 3Cs systems in professional 3rd person, multiplayer games, including but not limited to AAA projects.
• Thorough understanding of core 3C concepts such as camera behaviors, state machines, character movement systems, animations, and controls accessibility, including support for a range of input devices and player needs (e.g., remapping, sensitivity, motor/cognitive accommodations), and how to implement them in a multiplayer game to achieve the highest fidelity for all clients.
• The ability to communicate fluently with engineering, art, narrative, and production teams.
• Curiosity, kindness, and a positive and professional can-do attitude.

NICE TO HAVES:

• Unreal Engine 5 experience

The application window for this position will close by 04/30/2026.

This job can be hybrid/in-office or fully remote.

Remote roles in the US are only available to candidates that reside in the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wisconsin.

Health & Well-Being

• 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 — 20 days of holiday per year (26 days after two years).
• 401K with employer matching.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement.
• Menstrual leave — employees who menstruate can take one extra day off when experiencing period pain.
• RED Parents Network — support for working parents, including childcare benefits, and family-friendly events.

Perks & Professional Growth

• 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.

Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly office — bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet.
• 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.

This position is a new role.

Estimated pay range for this position: $118,800 - $198,000 USD annually

At CD PROJEKT RED compensation for our roles in North America are determined based on competitive market data, geographic location, and individual factors tied to business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Final offers are dependent on job-related factors like experience, qualifications, and location.

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