- Experience
- 4+ yrs
- Salary
- USD 110,000 – USD 180,000 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Work mode
- Work from home
- Resume
- Required to apply
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Job description
Role Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Game Engine Developer to enhance and maintain the foundational systems that power game creation, including runtime, rendering, and development tools. This position blends advanced system-level programming with expertise in game-specific technologies to create an engine that is efficient, reliable, and user-friendly.
Key Duties
- Develop and upkeep core engine modules such as rendering, physics, animation, and development tools.
- Enhance runtime efficiency across CPU, GPU, and memory resources.
- Build and improve editor tools and content workflows.
- Troubleshoot and fix intricate bugs spanning the engine and its dependent games.
- Conduct code reviews and influence system architecture decisions.
- Collaborate closely with game development teams to implement engine features and optimize workflows.
Qualifications and Expertise
- Minimum of four years’ experience in developing production game engines or systems-level software.
- Expertise in C++ and modern graphics APIs such as Vulkan, DirectX, or Metal.
- Proficiency in at least one specialization area: rendering, physics, animation, audio, or networking.
- Experience with profiling tools, performance diagnostics, and optimization techniques.
- Familiarity with one or more prominent engines including Unreal, Unity, or proprietary ones.
- Strong fundamentals in system design.
Desired Attributes
- A curious mind focused on technical exploration and translating insights into shipped enhancements.
- Clear and effective communication skills for detailing technical decisions.
- A proactive, iterative development approach emphasizing rapid delivery and refinement.
- Comfort working asynchronously with teams across various time zones.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary, typically between USD 110,000 and 180,000, adjusted for experience and location.
- Performance-driven bonus system.
- Annual stipend for ongoing professional learning and development.
- Health and wellness benefits depending on location.
- Flexible remote work with adaptable hours.
- Chance to engage in impactful projects operating at a large scale.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including all races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, religions, disabilities, and other protected categories. Hiring is exclusively based on qualifications, skills, and demonstrated capabilities.
Industry
Staffing & Recruitment