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Expert Core Engineer

Expert Core Engineer

Company2K
LocationSan Mateo, CA, USA
Salary$148000 – $197500
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • 5+ years of programming experience on commercial software projects or at least one shipped AAA game
  • Fluency in C/C++, multithreading, 3D math, and memory systems
  • Strong debugging and optimization skills for complex systems
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new technologies quickly
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

  • Write clean, maintainable, and performant code
  • Collaborate with content and engineering teams to identify and validate solutions
  • Prioritize tasks and factor development efforts accordingly
  • Identify limitations of current solutions and propose new approaches when needed
  • Profile, optimize, and tune for multiple platforms while addressing build and productivity blockers
  • Mentor junior programmers and model best practices within the team

Preferred Qualifications

  • Functional knowledge of PS5 and Xbox Series X/S development tools
  • Experience with Unreal Engine 5
  • Experience with content pipelines