Engine Programmer - Talent Pool (N Americas)

Side is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in Japan in 1994, Side has grown to become a global force in the video game industry, with over 40 studios in 15 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.

Our industry-leading services include codev, art production, localization, audio production, quality assurance, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets.

Help us bring stories to the world. Join Side's global team of passionate gamers and contribute to top-notch game development. Discover opportunities in Asia, North America, South America, Europe, and beyond.

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About This Opportunity

Please note, this listing is not for an immediate open position but for our Talent Pool for Co-Development Roles. By applying, you express interest in being considered for future project-based opportunities that align with your skills and experience.

These opportunities are contingent on client needs and project availability. As projects are initiated or client proposals are developed, we will review candidates from this pool and contact those who most closely align with the specific requirements of the co-development opportunity.

How We Keep You Engaged

We maintain strong relationships with our talent pool by providing regular updates, industry insights, and information on upcoming opportunities. We will check in to confirm your availability and interest.

Our hiring teams carefully vet and select top candidates who best meet project needs, ensuring that you are matched with the right opportunity when it becomes available.

Next Steps

If you are passionate about contributing to cutting-edge projects and want to be considered for future co-development opportunities, we encourage you to apply to this listing. While there may not be an immediate opening, your application ensures that you will be part of our ongoing talent review for upcoming roles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and maintain game engine pipelines and core systems in Unreal Engine (UE4/UE5) or Unity.
• Develop and optimize systems such as graphics, tools, audio, physics, AI, and networking for PC, console, mobile (iOS/Android), and VR/AR platforms.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to gather project requirements, verify satisfaction, and deliver scalable, high-performance solutions.
• Implement new engine features and maintain existing systems to ensure peak efficiency and reliability.
• Debug and optimize multithreaded systems for seamless performance across platforms.
• Assist in creating technical design documents for new systems, offering clear, detailed plans for implementation.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and incorporate best practices into development processes.

Requirements

• Core Expertise: Strong C++ knowledge with a passion for writing clean, efficient, and scalable code.
• Engine Experience:
• Proven experience in Unreal Engine (UE4/UE5) or Unity development.
• Familiarity with graphics pipelines, physics systems, memory management, and multithreaded programming.
• Development Contributions: Contributed extensively to at least one shipped AAA PC, console, VR/AR, or mobile title (iOS/Android).
• Math and Physics Skills: Solid understanding of mathematics, linear algebra, and physics principles.
• System Specialization: Experience with multiple core systems such as tools, AI, networking, audio, and scripting.
• Collaboration and Problem-Solving: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment, providing innovative solutions to complex challenges.
• Passion for Gaming: Deep enthusiasm for creating immersive gaming experiences.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with multithreaded systems.
• Familiarity with cross-platform optimization for PC, console, mobile (iOS/Android), and VR/AR.
• Knowledge of Agile development practices and pipeline automation.

Note: Specific requirements may vary depending on project needs.