Lead Engine System Engineer

Lightspeed LA

Irvine, California, US
Base: $116,200.00 to $343,600.00 py; bonus/equity:...
7+ years professional game programming experience
Expert in c++ debugging and 3d mathematics
Deep understanding of multithreaded programming
The role involves leading a core technology engineering team to develop key engine systems with a focus on performance and optimization for open-world games

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a core technology engineering team to develop key engine systems with a focus on performance and optimization for open-world games.
  • Candidates must have at least 7 years of professional experience and have shipped multiple large-scale titles on PC and consoles.
  • The company offers a competitive base pay range from $116,200 to $343,600 per year along with comprehensive benefits including stock units and vacation time.

Matching Summary

The role involves leading a core technology engineering team to develop key engine systems with a focus on performance and optimization for open-world games.

Salary

Base: $116,200.00 to $343,600.00 per year; Bonus/Equity: Sign-on payment and restricted stock units available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), up to 25 days vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years professional game programming experience
  • Expert in C++ debugging and 3D mathematics
  • Deep understanding of multithreaded programming
  • Experience with PC and console hardware bottlenecks
  • Proven track record shipping AAA titles

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Unreal or Unity engines
  • Understanding of game asset pipelines
  • Passion for creating living worlds
  • Ability to work in fluid changing environments
  • Strong cross-disciplinary collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • 7+ years professional game programming experience
  • At least one shipped/published AAA title
  • Experience managing direct reports
  • Senior or principal software engineering background

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