this is my first post on this SE, and I have noticed the large numbers of closed/downvoted career-related questions, so I will try to ask in a fashion most gingerly.
What would the career roadmap for a video game programmer be like? There seems to be a consensus that the video game industry is not so structured, and a roadmap would not be useful at all.
To be more specific, I understand the difference between role and title, IE there may be one person with the title “Engine Programmer”, but he may do other things, and other people may do his role as well.
How would I chart out my career road map? Would it be simply moving from a junior programmer in a certain field, to a more senior position on that field, or are there certain fields which are inherently more senior than others?
Notes:
- I am currently studying for a degree in video game programming
- This is for an assignment, and I am told to consult real developers to be able to better perform.