Engine Programmer

Rockstar Games

Carlsbad, CA, United States
$85,700—$125,000 usd py
On-site
Low-level systems programming
Optimizing hardware performance
Memory management systems
Become part of a team working on world-class entertainment experiences within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment

Job Summary

  • Become part of a team working on world-class entertainment experiences within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment.
  • The Rockstar Games Engine team focuses on lower-level systems, memory management, streaming, population systems, LOD, scene management, and scripting engine.
  • Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and maintaining systems collaboratively with Gameplay, Art, and other teams to create a state-of-the-art open-world simulation.

Matching Summary

Become part of a team working on world-class entertainment experiences within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment.

Salary

$85,700—$125,000 USD

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • low-level systems programming
  • optimizing hardware performance
  • memory management systems
  • streaming game data efficiently
  • scene management systems
  • multithreading development

Nice-to-have

  • self-motivated and curious
  • passionate about video games
  • working on open-world systems
  • collaborating with gameplay teams

Key Requirements

  • 3+ years C/C++ game development experience
  • One shipped title
  • Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Analytical, performance-focused mindset

Work Rights

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