Engine Programmer

1 Month ago • 2-5 Years • Game Engine • $100,000 PA - $250,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As an Engine Programmer at thatgamecompany, you'll be a key member of their Engine and Game Development team, tackling challenges in performance optimization (CPU/GPU), cross-platform support, netcode, multithreading, audio, and rendering. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and updating core engine systems, collaborating with artists, designers, and engineers, troubleshooting issues, and increasing development team efficiency. You'll need experience developing game engines (personal projects are acceptable) and at least 2 years of technical engineering experience with C or C++. The role offers ample opportunities for growth and mentorship within a supportive environment.
Must have:
  • Game engine development experience
  • 2+ years C/C++ engineering experience
Good to have:
  • 3-5+ years game dev experience
  • Pet engine project (public code)
  • Preference for custom game engines
  • Excellent communication skills
Perks:
  • Paid Time Off, Holidays, Winter Break
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Day 1)
  • Pet Insurance
  • Compassionate Leave
  • Wellness Stipend
  • Work From Home Stipend
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Discount Portal
  • Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
  • Professional Development Support

Job Details

As an Engine Programmer at thatgamecompany, you will be a highly valued member of a world-class Engine and Game Development team. For the right candidate, there are ample opportunities for fun engineering challenges: Performance (CPU and GPU), Cross-platform support, Netcode, Multithreading, Audio, and Rendering, just to name a few. You will be surrounded by knowledgeable peers who will be there to coach and mentor, as you grow into a highly impactful member of the team.

Must- haves:

  • Experience developing a game engine (at work, school, or as a personal project)

  • 2+ years of technical engineering experience with C or C++

Nice to haves:

  • 3 to 5+ years experience in game development or similar 3D media using C++

  • Have a pet engine project or game (ideally with public code that we can view)

  • Find the idea of working in a custom game engine more fun than working in a Big Engine™

  • Clear communication skills, ability to work closely with other high-caliber engineers and artists.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and update core systems of the TGC game engine

  • Collaborate closely with various disciplines, including artists, designers, and other engineers, to gather requirements, deliver and iterate on features

  • Help monitor, identify and troubleshoot issues and inefficiencies to increase the overall effectiveness of the development team.

Perks:

  • Paid Time Off, Holidays and Two Weeks Winter Break

  • Employees and their dependents get medical, dental, and vision coverage, regardless of their level, tenure, or position within the company. Moreover, these benefits start on the first day of the job—there’s no waiting period before they kick in.

  • Pet Insurance for those who need it too.

  • Compassionate leave for employees who needs to take care of their family members

  • Pre-tax wellness stipend

  • Pre-tax work from home stipend

  • Access our savings plan (401K program) with company match

  • Mental health resources including Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program (CCA)

  • Discount portal for everyday goods and services

  • Employee inclusive and diversity initiatives such as Grow Together

  • Support for personal professional development

We look forward to meeting you!

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S or Canada. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The salary range for this position is $100,000 USD to $250,000 USD annually, with the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the Company’s compensation practices.

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About The Company

thatgamecompany designs and develops artistically crafted, broadly accessible video games that push the boundaries of interactive entertainment. We respect our players and want to contribute meaningful, enriching experiences that touch and inspire them.

We seek talent that values integrity and personal growth within an environment of intense collaboration and experimentation.

Our mission - create timeless entertainment that make positive change to the human psyche worldwide.

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