At CD PROJEKT RED, we create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs. We are looking for a Senior Engineer, Open World to be responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of open world technology used in our games. You will cooperate with designers, programmers, and other specialists to build tech that drives high quality and fidelity for a big open-world game.

What You'll Do

Design, implement, optimize, and maintain open world systems that populate the world with believable NPC behaviors.
Take ownership of key open world features, ensuring scalability, performance, and quality.
Develop tools and debug utilities to streamline open world development.
Collaborate with designers and other specialists to create a believable open world experience.
Collaborate with other engineers, designers, QA and other developers contributing to the team's work daily.
Debug, profile, and resolve technical challenges across large-scale systems.
Conduct code reviews and maintain clean, modular, and maintainable code.
Define and document technical standards.
Participate in team discussions to find the best solutions, foster open communication, and jointly resolve open world related challenges.

What We're Looking For

5+ years of professional programming experience in the games industry.
Experience in successfully shipping at least one AAA open world game.
Expertise in C++ coding principles and practices.
Experience with designing and implementing open world systems (e.g., AI, Sandbox, Tools).
Strong understanding of game engine architecture, algorithms, and multi-threaded systems.
Solid debugging skills and experience resolving complex technical issues.
Demonstrated commitment to taking ownership, setting goals, exchanging knowledge and driving initiatives independently.
Good spirit and team player approach with solid communication skills.
Openness to receiving and giving feedback about your work.
Passion for professional growth and staying updated on industry trends.
Openness for changes & experimentation to seek innovative solutions.
Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Nice to Have

Good knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 environment.
Experience in working with Mass Entity system (or other ECS), State Trees and other Unreal Engine AI features.
Experience with designing and implementing data driven solutions.

Technical Stack

C++
Unreal Engine 5

Team & Environment

You will be cooperating with designers, programmers, and other specialists.

Benefits & Compensation

Relocation package: flight ticket, company apartment for first month, pet and family relocation, shipping.
Relocation assistance: processing legalization operations and tax settlements.
Polish lessons for foreign employees and their spouse/partner.
Paid Leave: 20 to 26 days of holiday per year, paid sick leave.
Private medical healthcare with dental care and unlimited rehabilitation for employee, partner, and relatives.
Life insurance: comprehensive pension and insurance plans.
Annual screenings for cancer prevention.
Psychological and psychiatrist care: free mental health support and well-being initiatives.
Sports card: access to sporting and fitness facilities.
Menstrual leave: one extra day off for period pain.
RED Parents Network: support for working parents, childcare benefits, family-friendly events.
RED Summer Camp for Kids: summer program for children aged 5–12, majoritively paid by company.
Welcome pack filled with goodies.
Trainings, lectures, and courses; knowledge-sharing initiatives; online tutorials; e-learning classes.
Cafeteria platform for subscription benefits, additional medical packages, vouchers, codes, and public transport reimbursement.
Gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to get swag.
Dog-friendly office.
Social events and gatherings at the studio.
Healthy selections in canteens.
Truly international working environment.
Sustainability campus features: electric car charging points, green zones.
Bicycle space, repair equipment, and showers.
Onsite, well-equipped gym with climbing wall, Gym Assistant support, yoga and boxing classes.
No dress-code.