Senior Engineer - Console and PC Games

About the Position

We're looking for several experienced Senior Game Engineers who are eager to help us deliver the consistent level of quality and service our Tantalus Team are renowned for across the globe.

You will join our growing team of developers (30+) and work on projects from remasters, porting, DLC, and expansion pack projects. Our projects are wide-ranging in terms of game engines and genres, providing you with plenty of learning opportunities.

Whether you are a generalist or specialist AAA Games Engineer, we'd love to hear from you. We're currently seeking specialists in Rendering, UI, Animation, Gameplay. Current projects are in Unreal Engine, and we will prioritize those with extensive UE experience.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with producers, game designers, and artists to implement game features using C++
• Testing, debugging, refining, optimizing, and maintaining game functionality on console and PC platforms
• Staying up to date with new technologies and architectures
• Following Tantalus and Keywords Studios standards and best practices
• Assisting and mentoring other programmers in your areas of expertise

Requirements

• Excellent programming skills in C++ with seven years or more experience
• Unreal Engine, Custom Engine experience
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong skills in at least one game-related discipline (e.g., 3D Maths, AI, Physics, UI, etc.)
• Ability to write clear, maintainable code
• Demonstrated ability to create and deliver to deadlines
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and pleasant personality
• Ability to ramp up quickly with unfamiliar code bases or technical skills
• A genuine enthusiasm and passion for the games industry

We Offer

All applications will be responded to. You’ll receive our automated acknowledgement email, and you’ll know where things stand within five to seven business days of your application. Hopefully sooner.

If you progress, we’ll invite you to an initial call with Stan, our Head of Talent Acquisition. Depending on the outcome of this discussion, we may invite you to either a technical online assessment or first-round interview. Where required, a second interview may follow. All candidates interviewed will be provided with feedback.

Not sure about applying and want to know a little more information? Feel free to contact Stan Rolfe on 0416048976. Stan is based in Perth, so please leave him a message if he doesn’t answer your call first thing in the morning.

About the Company

Keywords Studios is a global leader in providing end-to-end services for the media and entertainment industry. We are committed to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to our clients, and we pride ourselves on our talented and dedicated team.