Game Backend Development Intern

3 Months ago • Upto 1 Years • Backend Development • Game Engine

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Game Backend Development Intern at Lightspeed Studios, you'll contribute to developing next-generation game backend solutions using Unreal Engine. Responsibilities include designing, evaluating, and coding game-related backend services. The ideal candidate is pursuing a computer science degree or related field and has experience with Unreal Engine game servers and proficiency in C++, Python, or Go. A strong ability to write clean, efficient code and a willingness to rapidly learn new skills are essential. The internship is a full-time, on-site position in Auckland, New Zealand.
Must have:
  • Computer Science or related major
  • Unreal Engine server development experience (a plus)
  • Proficiency in C++/Python/Go
  • Ability to write efficient code
Good to have:
  • Experience with Unreal Engine systems (Network, Scene/Terrain, Physics)

Job Details

Business Unit

LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and devices.

About the Hiring Team

Lightspeed Tech Center is a R&D department under Lightspeed Studios which develop PUBG Mobile and other high-quality games. Our Tech Center leads the research, exploration, and discovery of innovative technologies and provides technical services for all games during all phases of life cycle, including engine, audio, QA, AI, next generation game, technical cooperation, etc.

What the Role Entails

  • Develop next-generation game backend solutions based on Unreal Engine
  • Design, evaluation and coding of game-related backend services

Who We Look For

  • Major in computer science or a related field
  • Experience in developing and optimizing Unreal Engine game servers and proficiency with one or more of the engine systems (Network, Scene/Terrain, Physics) is a plus
  • An ability to write good code in your favorite programming language (experience with C++/Python/Go may be helpful)
  • Willingness and ability to learn new skills fast

Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.

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Tencent is a world-leading internet and technology company that develops innovative products and services to improve the quality of life for people around the world.Read MoreEqual Employment Opportunity at TencentAs an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.Read More

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