Expert Tools Programmer

4 Weeks ago • 7 Years + • Technical Art

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Job Description

Elsewhere Entertainment seeks an Expert Tools Programmer to develop and maintain robust tools for content creation and game development. This role involves close collaboration with artists, designers, and engineers to design and implement user-friendly tools, streamline workflows, and support next-generation AAA experiences. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining tools; partnering with other teams to meet their needs; identifying opportunities for pipeline improvement; developing and maintaining a proprietary UI framework; providing technical guidance; and writing clean, reliable code. The ideal candidate possesses 7+ years of professional programming experience, strong C++ skills, and knowledge of UI toolkits like Qt or similar frameworks. Experience with game-specific tooling and pipelines is essential.
Must have:
  • 7+ years professional programming experience
  • Solid knowledge of C++
  • Game tooling and pipeline experience
  • UI toolkit knowledge (Qt, etc.)
  • Strong design pattern understanding
  • Team collaboration skills
Good to have:
  • UI/UX best practices for game tools
  • Python and plugin development experience
  • Understanding of content pipelines and formats (FBX, USD)

Job Title:

Expert Tools Programmer

Requisition ID:

R024322

Job Description:

Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for an Expert Tools Programmer to join our team and help build the tools and pipelines that empower content creators to bring their visions to life. In this role, you will take ownership of the development of powerful, user-friendly tools and frameworks that streamline workflows and support our next-generation AAA experiences on our new IP. 

You will work closely with artists, designers, and other engineers to design and implement tools that enhance productivity and unlock creative potential. 
 
You’ll help us by 

  • Designing, implementing, and maintaining robust tools for content creation and game development. 

  • Partnering with artists, designers, and engineers to deliver tools that meet their needs. 

  • Identifying opportunities for pipeline improvement that enhance productivity across teams. 

  • Developing and maintaining our proprietary UI framework. 

  • Providing technical guidance to team members, fostering growth and collaboration. 

  • Writing clean, reliable, and maintainable code.  
     

You’re awesome because you have 

  • 7+ years as a professional programmer or a combination of education and relevant experience. 

  • A very solid knowledge of C++. 

  • A strong interest in game-specific tooling and pipelines, with hands-on experience developing tools for content creation. 

  • Knowledge of UI toolkits such as Qt, wxWidgets, WinForms, or similar frameworks, and the ability to build polished, intuitive interfaces. 

  • A solid understanding of design patterns used in games and tools.  

  • The ability to thrive as part of a creative team, collaborating across disciplines to deliver impactful solutions. 

  • A resourceful and innovative approach to solving complex challenges, paired with a positive, respectful, and team-first attitude. 

  • Strong time management and organizational methods to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality results. 

  • Comfort with self-critique and openness to external feedback, using it to refine and improve your work. 

  • Strong English skills, both spoken and written, for effective collaboration and documentation. 

 

Bonus points for 

  • Knowledge of best practices in UI/UX for game tools 

  • Knowledge of Python and experience in writing extensions/plugins 

  • Understanding of content pipelines and formats used in games (FBX, USD, etc). 

 

Not sure you meet all the qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply. 

 

Our World  

At Activision, we strive to create the most iconic brands in gaming and entertainment. We’re driven by our mission to deliver unrivaled gaming experiences for the world to enjoy, together. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty®, Crash Bandicoot™, Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™, and Guitar Hero®. As a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products, our “press start” is simple: delight hundreds of millions of players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences. 

We’re not just looking back at our decades-long legacy; we’re forging ahead to keep advancing gameplay with some of the most popular titles and sophisticated technology in the world. We have bold ambitions to create the most inclusive company as we know our success comes from the passionate, creative, and diverse teams within our organization.  

We’re in the business of delivering fun and unforgettable entertainment for our player community to enjoy. And our future opportunities have never been greater — this could be your opportunity to level up.  

Ready to Activate Your Future? 

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Founded in 1979, Activision continues to disrupt the world of entertainment with its extensive roster of epic blockbuster games -- Pitfall®, Tony Hawk®, Guitar Hero®, Crash Bandicoot™, Skylanders™, Bungie’s Destiny and Call of Duty.®


As the leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and products on consoles, mobile and PC, our “press start” is simple: delight players around the world with innovative, fun, thrilling, and engaging entertainment experiences.


Activision is headquartered in Santa Monica, and publishes globally in markets including U.S., Canada, Brazil, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Poland, Sweden, Spain, Denmark, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, mainland China, Hong Kong and the region of Taiwan.


At Activision, we strive to connect and engage our global player community through entertainment. Our success comes from the passionate, talented and diverse team of people behind our world-class franchises. Ensuring Activision is an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive will help us deliver a new era of epic entertainment for our players.

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