Engineer (Tools)

6 Days ago • 2 Years + • Technical Art • $105,705 PA - $135,900 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Visual Concepts seeks a Tools Engineer in Novato, CA to develop high-quality interactive tools for game development. Responsibilities include creating tools for content creation, visualization, integration, release, and testing; supporting the art team in developing NBA 2K environments, UI, animations, and characters; diagnosing and solving problems; and collaborating with team members to enhance tools. This role involves UI design and coding in C#, C++, and Python. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, 2+ years of experience in the video game industry, strong programming skills, and excellent communication abilities. A passion for video games is essential.
Must have:
  • 2+ years game industry experience
  • Strong C++, C#, Python skills
  • Clean, efficient, documented code
  • Art tool development experience
  • Excellent communication skills

Job Details

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and entrepreneurial. Our studios in Novato, Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul, and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and technical innovation, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the smartest and most creative minds in the industry.

 

What We Need:

We’re seeking a Tools Engineer to join the NBA 2K team in Novato, CA! Most of the tools are written in C# using WPF and Winforms with the game engine used for rendering. This role will report into the Lead Software Engineer.

 

What You Will Do:

  • Develop deep, high-quality interactive tools used by all teams of game development for the creation, visualization, integration, release and testing of game content
  • Focus on developing and maintaining custom tools to support our art team in their development of NBA 2K’s environments, graphical user interface, animations, and characters
  • Diagnose and solve problems quickly and independently
  • Working directly with team members to improve the tools that they use by adding new features
  • User interface design, as well as C# and C++ coding will be important parts of your daily work

 

Who Will Be A Great Fit:

  • Bachelor’s or equivalent experience in Computer Science
  • At least 2+ years of proven experience in the video games industry
  • Strong C++ & C# and Python skills
  • Able to write clean, bug free, well-documented and efficient code
  • Experience in art and/or artist tools development
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Love for video games (not just ours!)

 

The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $105,705 and $135,900 per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

 

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at www.vcentertainment.com

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About The Company

Founded in 1988, Visual Concepts is the developer behind the 2K Sports games and the dominating success of the NBA 2K franchise. The Visual Concepts team is devoted and ambitious, never content to stop searching for new ways to improve the gaming experience and to develop advanced techniques and methods of producing cutting edge entertainment. It is through this determination and love of both sports and video games that Visual Concepts has fostered NBA 2K from its creation in 2000 to present day, ensuring each annual release is innovative and improved. The Visual Concepts attitude and work ethic shines through in the games and earns the company awards and accolades year after year.

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