Physics Engineer

2 Hours ago • 5 Years + • Physics Engine • Undisclosed

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Job Description

As a Physics Engineer, you will leverage your Unreal Engine expertise and physics knowledge to develop believable large open-world games. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining physics systems, making decisions on physics and simulation topics, proposing solutions for performance and scale challenges, mentoring team members on Unreal Engine, collaborating with Epic Games, and ensuring the game delivers memorable player experiences. You will work closely with content creators and other developers to ensure the simulation and physics aspect of the games are at their best possible level. The role requires deep Unreal Engine knowledge, specifically in physics, professional experience with at least one physics engine, and strong C++ skills.
Must have:
  • Deep Unreal Engine knowledge (physics)
  • Professional experience with physics engine
  • Strong C++ skills
  • 5+ years game industry experience (3+ years similar role)
  • System architecture skills
  • Debugging and code optimization
  • Multithreaded programming
  • AAA title shipped on different platforms
Good to have:
  • RPG and/or open-world game experience
  • Agile mindset
Perks:
  • Relocation support (flight, apartment, pet relocation, shipping)
  • Relocation assistance (legalization, residence, taxes)
  • Polish lessons
  • Paid leave (20-26 days holiday, sick leave, maternity/paternity)
  • Flexible working hours (8:00-10:00 AM start)
  • Trainings, lectures, courses
  • Cafeteria platform benefits
  • Merch and welcome pack
  • Private medical healthcare (dental included)
  • Health checks and psychological care
  • Multisport card
  • Dog-friendly office
  • Social events
  • Healthy snacks and drinks
  • International working environment

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

As a Engineer, Physics you will use your experience with Unreal Engine and physics discipline to find the best ways to use Unreal Engine to develop believable large open-world games and, when needed, find ways to shape and push the technology further. You will work closely with content creators and other developers to ensure the simulation and physics aspect of the games are at their best possible level. As someone who knows Unreal Engine inside and out, you will be working with and guiding the whole team to build solid technology for the new Witcher saga and our future games.

Daily Responsibilities

  • Developing and maintaining physics technology systems built on Unreal Engine.
  • Owning and driving physics and simulation topics, and making decisions about them.
  • Proposing and implementing solutions to the challenges of performance and scale of a large open world game. 
  • Mentoring team members on how to get the most out of Unreal Technology.
  • Cooperating with Epic to share ideas and find ways to take the technology forward.
  • Creating a game that delivers memorable experiences to players.
  • Working across all disciplines to ensure that the outcome of the work is meeting the needs of all stakeholders.

Qualifications

  • Deep knowledge of Unreal Engine, specifically in physics area.
  • Professional experience with at least one physics engine.
  • Deep knowledge of C++.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in the game industry (with at least 3 years in a similar position).
  • Experience in working on various platforms.
  • Strong system architecture skills.
  • Ability to debug and optimize code.
  • Experience with multithreaded programming.
  • At least one AAA title shipped on different platforms.
  • Experience with RPG and/or open world games will be very welcome.
  • A team player.
  • Solid communication skills, with the ability to communicate in English.
  • Can think and work creatively, taking initiative to solve problems.
  • Drive towards professional growth.
  • Agile mindset is a plus.
  • Passion for creating games.

Additional Information

Relocation support

  • Relocation package – flight ticket, company apartment for your first month, relocating your pet, shipping your belongings: it’s all covered. 
  • Relocation assistance — processing your legalization operations for you, assistance with finding residence, tax settlements - all you need to feel right at home is taken care of.
  • Polish lessons for foreign employees — and for your spouse or partner, too.
  • Paid Leave — from 20 to 26 days of holiday for every team member per year, paid sick leave, and paid maternity & paternity leave.

Perks & Professional Growth 

  • Flexible working hours — start your workday anytime between 8:00 and 10:00 AM.
  • Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, external training for each employee, ‘Meet a star’ events, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
  • REDs have access to the cafeteria platform through which they can receive subscription benefits, additional medical packages or vouchers and codes to shops and cinemas.
  • Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team

Health & Well-being

  • Private medical healthcare — a selection of medical plans with dental care to choose from, which are also accessible for your partner and relatives.
  • Health checks — tests and vaccinations at the studio as well as professional advice and guidance from a specialist doctor.
  • Psychological care — free mental health support and various well-being webinars. 
  • Multisport card — gain access to a wide number of sporting and fitness facilities across the city.

Social Activities & Life in the Office

  • Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
  • Social events — we host regular gatherings at the studio where we can all unwind, play games, and just have some fun together.
  • Healthy selections — ​​organic fruit, snacks, muesli, organic honey, vegan milk, and speciality coffee are all at your disposal around the studio. Enjoy!
  • Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.

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About The Company

CD PROJEKT RED is home to over 1000 game-making professionals from all over the globe. We speak many different languages, but share one love — video games.


We are creators of The Witcher series of games, including the acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Most recently, we have created Cyberpunk 2077 and its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty.


We are headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, with studios in Cracow and Wroclaw. In North America, we operate in Vancouver and will be opening a new studio in Boston to drive development on the followup to Cyberpunk 2077. 


We’re proud to have a gamer-first approach, a diverse & supportive culture, and a focus on mature, meaningful storytelling that will inspire gamers for years to come.


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