thatgamecompany
thatgamecompany

Game Engine Engineer

TLDR

Optimize CPU/GPU, memory, energy, and I/O across Android devices while building performance testing metrics and automated pipelines.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and resolve complex game performance bottlenecks, optimizing CPU/GPU, memory, energy, and I/O usage across a wide spectrum of Android devices

  • Evaluate team workflows to identify inefficiencies, developing solutions that streamline engineering processes and proactively reduce technical debt

  • Design and implement robust Android performance testing metrics and automated pipelines to elevate the gameplay development experience

  • Diagnose and fix rendering anomalies and runtime issues, including frame-rate drops, graphical artifacts, and memory leaks

  • Collaborate closely with various disciplines, including artists, designers, and other engineers, to gather requirements, deliver and iterate on features

Required Skills

  • 5+ years of professional software development experience using C++

  • Strong foundation in computer science, applied mathematics, and analytical modeling

  • Deep understanding of the Android ecosystem and mobile game development

  • Experience with multithreading, performance analysis, and code optimization

  • Proficiency in at least one Graphics API (Vulkan, OpenGL, or Metal)

  • Fluent in written English for professional communications

Preferred Skills

  • Cross-platform development experience (iOS/Windows/PlayStation/Nintendo Switch)

  • Familiarity with Lua, or similar scripting languages

  • Ability to discuss or share examples of advanced C++ work (e.g., custom engines, renderers, or similar projects)

thatgamecompany is a game development studio that creates innovative and emotionally engaging video games, fostering deep connections among players. They focus on enhancing player interaction and encouraging exploration through unique multiplayer experiences.

Founded
Founded 2006
Employees
201-500 employees
Industry
entertainment
Total raised
$29M raised
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