INDUSTRY: Video Games / Entertainment Software
OCCUPATION: Engineer / Programmer
(INACTIVE - 6/18/2009 )

Graphics Engineer

USA, Massachusetts - United States

Job Duties(s): Build Engineer, Pipeline / Scheduling / Asset Mgmt
Software Utilized: C++, DirectX
Platform(s): PC
Genre(s): MMO
Required Spoken Language(s): English
Required Work Auth.: United States
 
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Would you like to become part of the team that includes the creative visionaries behind Drizzt Do'Urden and Spawn? 38 Studios is currently seeking a passionate, experienced software engineer to join the Copernicus team. This is a full-time position with competitive salary, full benefits and 401k, and the chance to be part of MMOG history!

Responsibilities


* Work with team leads and artists to define graphics requirements for the MMO, tools and asset pipelines.
* Implement, maintain, debug and optimize code for graphics systems and tools.
* Improve software pipelines and processes to increase overall team productivity.
* Participate in code reviews and mentor less experienced engineers.
* Facilitate communication between engineering, art, and other departments.
REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge, ability and experience requirements

Knowledge


* Very strong knowledge of C++, 3D math, and DirectX 9 required (DX10 a plus).
* Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
* Experience building large open worlds a plus.
* Experience with Unreal and UnrealEd a big plus.
* Experience with distributed asset pipelines, Beast middleware and SpeedTree a plus.


Competencies


* Excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent organization and efficient time management skills are required.
* Understands how to work on large teams in a deadline-driven environment.


DESIRED SKILLS AND PLUSES:
Background


* Minimum 3 years game industry experience with at least 2 shipped titles, preferably with at least one PC title.
* Must have worked with several different game engines with large code bases.
* Previous MMO or RPG experience is a plus. Some leadership experience with small teams is a plus.

Education:


* Bachelor degree in Computer Science.


Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. 38 Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer.