Senior Creative Gameplay Engineer, Apple Arcade
Apple
- Location
- Onsite (Culver City, California · Cupertino, California)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior Level
Posted Today
About the role
Apple is seeking a Senior Creative Gameplay Engineer to expand the creative boundaries of Sneaky Sasquatch on Apple Arcade. You will work alongside original creators to build new content and features, delivering magical experiences to millions of players.
Skills
Unity
C#
Gameplay Systems Design
Rapid Prototyping
Technical Design
Game Development
iOS
tvOS
macOS
visionOS
Creative Vision
Problem-solving
Communication
Game Feel
Pacing
Full job details
Apple Arcade is redefining the future of games by offering players of all ages a growing collection of award-winning titles with no ads, no in-app purchases, and a commitment to quality, creativity, and fun. At the heart of this vision is Sneaky Sasquatch, one of Arcade’s most beloved originals.
To help define the future for this celebrated game, Apple is building a team to expand the creative boundaries of Sneaky Sasquatch, to imagine and build entirely new adventures, while introducing the magic of shared, connected gameplay.
This is an opportunity to join a focused, creatively-driven team to develop new content and features that will deliver magical experiences to millions of players. You will work directly alongside the original creators, shaping the future of a renowned IP and helping to establish a culture of creative and technical excellence from the ground up.
As a Senior Creative Gameplay Engineer, you will contribute creative vision and technical expertise to the Sneaky Sasquatch team, creating innovative new gameplay experiences for millions of players around the world.
10+ years of experience in game development, with a portfolio demonstrating exceptional creative and technical ownership on multiple shipped titles. This includes deep expertise in Unity and C#, with proven mastery of building complex gameplay systems from the ground up.
A proven ability to "find the fun" through rapid prototyping and iteration. Your portfolio should show us how you've turned a rough idea into a polished, delightful experience. A deep understanding of gameplay systems design. You think in terms of scalable frameworks, not just one-off features. A highly self-directed and resourceful attitude, comfortable navigating the ambiguity of the creative process. Excellent communication skills and a passion for collaborative, team-oriented problem-solving. Experience in a "technical design" or similar hybrid role where you were responsible for both the design and implementation of core gameplay. Experience shipping on Apple platforms (iOS, tvOS, macOS, visionOS). Deep familiarity with a wide range of game genres, with strong, well-reasoned opinions on game feel, pacing, and player motivation. A genuine love for Sneaky Sasquatch and a passion for creating heartfelt, player-centered experiences.
Description
As a Senior Creative Gameplay Engineer, you will contribute creative vision and technical expertise to the Sneaky Sasquatch team, creating innovative new gameplay experiences for millions of players around the world.
Minimum Qualifications
10+ years of experience in game development, with a portfolio demonstrating exceptional creative and technical ownership on multiple shipped titles. This includes deep expertise in Unity and C#, with proven mastery of building complex gameplay systems from the ground up.
Preferred Qualifications
A proven ability to "find the fun" through rapid prototyping and iteration. Your portfolio should show us how you've turned a rough idea into a polished, delightful experience. A deep understanding of gameplay systems design. You think in terms of scalable frameworks, not just one-off features. A highly self-directed and resourceful attitude, comfortable navigating the ambiguity of the creative process. Excellent communication skills and a passion for collaborative, team-oriented problem-solving. Experience in a "technical design" or similar hybrid role where you were responsible for both the design and implementation of core gameplay. Experience shipping on Apple platforms (iOS, tvOS, macOS, visionOS). Deep familiarity with a wide range of game genres, with strong, well-reasoned opinions on game feel, pacing, and player motivation. A genuine love for Sneaky Sasquatch and a passion for creating heartfelt, player-centered experiences.