We strive to provide an environment that fosters growth and encourages new ideas.
Our values
Quality
We strive to deliver exceptional quality, creativity and technical excellence. Our team is dedicated to creating the most enjoyable, fun, and high-quality games possible.
Innovation
We embrace challenges and seek out new opportunities to push beyond the status quo. Whether it's in our games or our development processes, we are always exploring new frontiers and finding innovative ways to achieve our goals.
Passion
We approach game development with a deep sense of passion and commitment. We take pride in our craft and are fueled by the thrill of solving creative challenges through collaboration, while having fun along the way.
Our benefits
Discounts
Enjoy staff discounts with leading household name retail brands
Genuine Flexible Working
Offering flexible start and finish times, condensed workweeks, remote working, hybrid working, and part-time positions to achieve a healthy work-life balance
We Pay You for Time You Work, We Don't Crunch
Only ask for overtime in emergencies or heavy workloads, and compensate for additional hours
Employee Assistance Program
Access to MindFit at work, a confidential counselling support for personal and professional challenges, with up to three counselling sessions available
Medibank corporate health cover
Offer discounts for comprehensive and affordable corporate health cover designed by Medibank for Wicked Workshop employees, with easy-to-use extras
Employment Hero Wellness
A content hub called Wellness for education, advice, and tools to help employees improve financial, physical, and mental wellbeing
Wellness Reimbursement
All staff are eligible for annual reimbursement towards health and wellbeing activities of their choice
Staff Referral Bonus
Referral bonus for successful placements
Working with Sister Studios
Opportunities to work closely with sister studios Tantalus Media and Mighty Games, or across Keywords' network of 70+ studios globally
Monthly Masterclass
A learning and professional development opportunity where a guest speaker shares their experiences or wisdom in their field
Melbourne International Games Week (MIGW)
Time off and tickets to attend MIGW events, including PAX and GCAP talks to learn from industry experts and stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the industry.
Diversity
We promote an all-inclusive environment where age, gender, and cultural diversity is welcomed in all forms.
Working with us
Experience the magic of game development at Wicked Workshop! Join our ambitious, inclusive team, where you can be the best version of yourself while creating next-level games.
Senior AAA Video Games Programmer
We're looking for several experienced Game Programmers who are eager to help us deliver the consistent level of quality and service our Wicked Workshop business is renowned for across the globe.
You will join our growing team of developers and work on building various game features within Wicked Workshop.
Key responsibilities:
- Working closely with producers, game designers and artists to implement game features using C++
- Testing, debugging, refining, optimising and maintaining game functionality on console and PC platforms.
- Staying up to date with new technologies and architectures
- Following Wicked-Witch standards and best practices
- Assisting and mentoring other programmers in your areas of expertise
Skills, Abilities
- Excellent programming skills in C++ with seven years or more experience
- Unreal Engine, Custom Engine experience
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Strong skills in at least one game related discipline (e.g., 3D Maths, AI, Physics, UI, etc.)
- Ability to write clear, maintainable code
- Demonstrated ability to create and deliver to deadlines
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills and pleasant personality
- Ability to ramp up quickly with unfamiliar code bases or technical skills.
- A genuine enthusiasm and passion for the games industry
Please note, we are currently only able to consider Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, and relevant unrestricted work visa holders. We do not currently offer sponsorship.
Graduate programs
Our graduate program sets you up for success with meaningful projects, client exposure, and networking opportunities.
Get in touch
Ready to bring your vision to life? Let's make magic happen and create something wicked together.