Software Engineer III, Graphics

Take-Two develops, publishes, and markets some of the world's biggest games. We publish products through our labels Rockstar Games, 2K, Ghost Story, Zynga, as well as Private Division label and Nordeus. Our Rockstar label creates Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption, two of the most critically acclaimed gaming franchises in history. Our 2K label creates games like NBA 2K, WWE 2K, Bioshock, Borderlands, Evolve, XCOM and the beloved Sid Meier's Civilization. Our Private Division label publishes Kerbal Space Program, Ancestors and The Outer Worlds. 

Intercept Games is a development studio currently focused on the creation of Kerbal Space Program 2. We have a deep love for space, simulation, strategy, and of course all things video games. Our studio prioritizes an inviting and diverse workplace that pushes creativity and passion for what we do, resulting in games that we can truly be proud of. 

The Challenge 

Are you an experienced graphics engineer with a passion for space exploration, rocketry, satellites, and related entertainment media? Are you able to solve complex problems autonomously, while also operating as a standout teammate? If you said 'yes', this may be the role for you! 

As a Software Engineer III, Graphics, on our team, you will work closely with a dedicated team of engineers, artists, designers, producers, and QA analysts to improve tools and processes, as well as deliver outstanding software that drives us to shipping a game that our players will love. A successful teammate in this position is able to use techniques that visually simulate realistic environments (water, atmosphere, clouds, terrain) on modern game system GPUs.

 What You'll Take On 

• Prototype new functionality and explore new experiences, eventually rolling these into full production. 
• Own major systems and contribute significantly to portions of the architecture and design for the game software. 
• Build tools and determine requirements that allow internal customers to create in-game visuals. 
• Evaluate and understand the performance impacts of various implementation possibilities and make evidence-based recommendations on a path forward. 
• Deliver high quality code on schedule that extends foundational systems and gameplay interactions to allow multiple players to interact in a local or internet environment, with a high degree of stability and reliability while maintaining low latency in challenging network situations. 
• Write code that reduces technical debt and sets standards for readability and best-practices across the team. 
• Hold the team to high standards by demonstrating good practices for code reviews, system design, documentation, testing, and quality software implementation. 
• Recruit and interview candidates for roles on multiple projects, ensuring a consistency of quality in new hires across the company. 

• 5+ years of professional software development experience. 
• Deep knowledge of GPU performance optimization for complex graphical systems, and the ability to deliver code that consistently runs at 60fps at modern resolutions. 
• Solid understanding of and demonstrable skill with modern GPU shader and compute models.
• High level of proficiency in C#, C++, or an equivalent OO Language. 
• Experience developing software on at least one shipping game on the Desktop, Xbox, or PlayStation platforms. 
• Ability to tailor software to meet the needs of non-technical team peers. 
• Excellent communication and active listening skills, with the ability to provide direct and constructive feedback.
• Strong coaching and mentoring capabilities. 
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

 Great Company Culture. Ranked as one of the most creative and innovative places to work, creativity, innovation, efficiency, diversity and philanthropy are among the core tenets of our organization and are integral drivers of our continued success.  

·        Growth: As a global entertainment company, we pride ourselves on creating environments where employees are encouraged to be themselves, inquisitive, collaborative and to grow within and around the company. 

·        Work Hard, Play Hard. Our employees bond, blow-off steam, and flex some creative muscles – through corporate boot camp classes, company parties, game release events, monthly socials, and team challenges. 

·        Benefits. Medical (HSA & FSA), dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan, commuter benefits, in-house wellness program, broad learning & development opportunities, a charitable giving platform with company match and more! 

·        Perks. Fitness allowance, employee discount programs, free games & events, stocked pantries and the ability to earn up to $500+ per year for taking care of yourself and more! 

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (“T2”) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, which means we are committed to creating and celebrating diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds throughout our organization. Employment at T2 is based on substantive ability, objective qualifications, and work ethic – not an individual’s race, creed, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence or sex offenses, reproductive health decision, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.  

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