Engine Programmer

15 Hours ago • 1-2 Years • Game Engine • $83,600 PA - $159,600 PA

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The Coalition is seeking an Engine Programmer to join their team for the Gears of War series. This role involves designing, implementing, and supporting features, tools, and workflows for AAA Next Generation games using C++. You will collaborate with artists, designers, and other engineers to gather requirements, deliver features, and troubleshoot content workflows. The ideal candidate will have strong C++ skills, a passion for problem-solving, and experience in game development or similar 3D media. Microsoft offers industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, discounts, savings and investments, generous time away, and opportunities to network and connect.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field OR equivalent experience.
  • 2+ years of technical engineering experience with C++.
  • 1+ year of experience in game development or similar 3D media using C++.
Good to have:
  • C#/.NET experience.
  • Experience with Unreal Engine.
  • Growth mindset and excellent problem-solving abilities.
  • Clear communication skills.
Perks:
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Opportunities to network and connect

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Engine Programmer - Gears of War- The Coalition

1 month ago
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Up to 50% work from home
The Coalition is a flagship first-party studio within Xbox Game Studios and the home to one of gaming’s most critically and commercially acclaimed series, Gears of War. We are a group of diverse and talented individuals working for a common purpose to push the...

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Overview

The Coalition is a flagship first-party studio within Xbox Game Studios and the home to one of gaming’s most critically and commercially acclaimed series, Gears of War. We are a group of diverse and talented individuals working for a common purpose to push the limits of Microsoft's entertainment platform and devices. As a studio, we lead from our values and work together to promote respect and inclusion, a growth mindset and grit, all while putting our team first. If you have the fire to work with our driven team, then come work with us.

 

As an Engine Programmer at The Coalition, you will be a highly valued member of a world class Engine and Game Development team. You should have proven C++ skills and have a passion for problem solving. In this role you will get to work with various systems across our engine such as Audio, Core Systems, Rendering, Tools, Build Infrastructure and Machine Learning. 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. 

 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
    • OR equivalent experience.
  • 1+ year's experience in game development or similar 3D media using C++.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • C#/.NET experience.
  • Experience with the Unreal Engine.
  • A growth mindset and excellent problem-solving abilities.
  • Clear communication skills, ability to work closely with other high-caliber engineers and artists.

Software Engineering IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across Canada is CAD $83,600 - CAD $159,600 per year.

Find additional pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/canada-pay-information.html

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until June 30, 2025.

 

 

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Responsibilities

  • Design, implement and support features, tools and workflows for AAA Next Generation games, which can range from in-editor tools, workflows and features for the Unreal Engine through to standalone applications. 
  • Work closely with various disciplines, including artists, designers and other engineers, to gather requirements, deliver and iterate on features for our customers.
  • Work side by side with various stakeholders to create, enhance, and troubleshoot content workflows and tools.
  • Help monitor, identify and troubleshoot issues and inefficiencies to increase the overall effectiveness of the development team.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.
Industry leading healthcare
Educational resources
Discounts on products and services
Savings and investments
Maternity and paternity leave
Generous time away
Giving programs
Opportunities to network and connect

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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Located in the heart of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; The Coalition is a 200+ person team of talent from across the globe. We put our people and our players first, and always show up as a team.

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