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Game Engine Engineer

thatgamecompany · Shanghai, Shanghai

Location
Shanghai, Shanghai, China
Employment
Full time
Level
Mid level
Posted
3 weeks ago

About this role

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)

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Skills this posting mentions

Performance TestingCross-platform DevelopmentPerformance Analysis

About thatgamecompany

thatgamecompany designs and develops artistically crafted, broadly accessible video games that push the boundaries of interactive entertainment. We respect our players and want to contribute meaningful, enriching experiences that touch and inspire them. We seek talent that values integrity and personal growth within an environment of intense collaboration and experimentation. Our mission - create timeless entertainment that make positive change to the human psyche worldwide.

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