About the Hiring Team

LightSpeed Japan Studio is a game development studio dedicated to crafting original AAA action game titles for global audiences. Led by industry veteran Hideaki Itsuno, the studio operates across two locations in Tokyo and Osaka.

The studio offers a flexible and inclusive work environment and actively welcomes game creators who are full of talent and passion for pushing the boundaries of game development.

What the Role Entails

Job Description

• In-game sound system development Design and implement audio systems that enhance the game experience—such as real-time audio systems, sound playback control, environmental sound processing, and 7.1.4 Dolby Atmos–compatible 3D sound—based on director instructions and hardware requirements.
• Middleware (Wwise / ADX2, etc.) integration into UE5 with custom extensions Utilize audio middleware to handle UE5 integration, develop extended features, and perform custom implementations.
• Collaboration with sound designers and tool development Develop and maintain audio editors and debugging tools to help sound designers efficiently implement and fine-tune audio assets.
• Sound data optimization Optimize memory usage, design streaming and audio data processing, and improve performance with hardware resource constraints in mind.
• Audio event control implementation Design and implement control logic for sound events tied to gameplay, including character sounds, UI audio, environmental sounds, and other diverse audio categories.
• Procedural audio research and development In collaboration with the company’s R&D division, design and implement procedural audio engines for UE5, leveraging AI and other advanced techniques.
• Peripheral vibration design and implementation

Who We Look For

Qualifications

• Professional experience as a sound programmer or game programmer
• Programming skills in C++ and/or C#
• Experience developing with audio middleware (Wwise, ADX2, etc.)
• Experience collaborating with sound designers, or equivalent understanding
• Development experience on console or PC titles at AA scale or above
• Working knowledge of UE5 implementation Preferred Skills
• Experience in audio development for multiple platforms (consoles, PC, mobile)
• Expertise in real-time audio processing, DSP, and audio plugin development
• Technical understanding of DAWs and audio tools, including script creation
• Knowledge of waveform analysis

Why Join Us?

Work Location

Osaka (JR Osaka Station Innovate Osaka), Tokyo (Toranomon Hills Business Tower) *According to your preference

Salary

Annual salary: Negotiable (with raises/bonuses)

*Consideration will be given to experience, skills, etc., and preferential treatment will be given according to our company's regulations.

*Includes 35 hours of fixed overtime pay per month. Overtime exceeding this will be paid separately.

Working Hours and Holidays

Working hours 09:30 ~ 18:30 Break time 60 minutes

Discretionary labor system may apply depending on position

Complete two-day weekend system (Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)

Paid leave: For the first year of employment, prorated according to the month of joining. Up to 22 days based on years of service.

New Year's holidays (December 30th ~ January 3rd)

Sick leave (paid): 12 days/year (granted separately from paid leave)

Benefits

Health insurance, employment insurance, workers' accident compensation insurance, employees' pension insurance, group term life insurance (GTL)

Comprehensive occupational accident insurance (GPA), group long-term disability income compensation insurance (GLTD)

Overseas travel insurance

Commuting allowance (full fare paid), communication allowance (up to 10,000 JPY/month), self-development allowance (up to 20,000 JPY/month), overtime late-night meal allowance (up to 1,200 JPY/day), regular health check-up allowance (up to 75,000 JPY/year, once a year)

Free drink corner, gift cards (20,000 JPY twice a year, Obon and New Year)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), condolence and congratulatory payments, long service award/leave

The policies stated in this job advertisement (including but not limited to salary, benefits, working conditions) may be adjusted according to the company's real-time policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent

Tencent places the highest importance on equal employment opportunities. We are confident that diversity promotes innovation and drives us to provide better services to our users and communities.

We value creating an environment where every employee feels fully supported and motivated to achieve their individual and company goals together.

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.

Who we are

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.

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.