As an Engine Programmer at thatgamecompany, you will be a highly valued member of a world-class Engine and Game Development team. For the right candidate, there are ample opportunities for fun engineering challenges: Performance (CPU and GPU), Cross-platform support, Netcode, Multithreading, Audio, and Rendering, just to name a few. 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.

In Short

Design, implement, and update core systems of the TGC game engine
Collaborate closely with various disciplines, including artists, designers, and other engineers, to gather requirements, deliver and iterate on features
Help monitor, identify and troubleshoot issues and inefficiencies to increase the overall effectiveness of the development team.
Experience developing a game engine (at work, school, or as a personal project)
2+ years of technical engineering experience with C or C++
3 to 5+ years experience in game development or similar 3D media using C++ (nice to have)
Have a pet engine project or game (ideally with public code that we can view) (nice to have)
Clear communication skills, ability to work closely with other high-caliber engineers and artists (nice to have)
Paid Time Off, Holidays and Two Weeks Winter Break
Employees and their dependents get medical, dental, and vision coverage, regardless of their level, tenure, or position within the company.

Requirements

Experience developing a game engine (at work, school, or as a personal project)
2+ years of technical engineering experience with C or C++

Benefits

Paid Time Off, Holidays and Two Weeks Winter Break
Employees and their dependents get medical, dental, and vision coverage, regardless of their level, tenure, or position within the company.
Pet Insurance for those who need it too.
Compassionate leave for employees who needs to take care of their family members
Pre-tax wellness stipend
Pre-tax work from home stipend
Access our savings plan (401K program) with company match
Mental health resources including Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Program (CCA)
Discount portal for everyday goods and services
Employee inclusive and diversity initiatives such as Grow Together
Support for personal professional development