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About the Role

Wizcorp is seeking Game Engine Programmers for exciting projects on next-generation consoles. This role involves developing systems and utilities for custom proprietary engines, integrating rendering engines, and performing architectural changes. The ideal candidate will be able to design, test, and debug code independently, break down large features, understand complex systems, mentor engineers, and focus on optimization and performance.

Responsibilities

Review code from other engineers to ensure quality.
Develop systems and related utilities for custom proprietary engines.
Integrate rendering engines into existing codebases.
Perform architectural changes to accommodate new engine features.
Work on save data management, job systems, memory management, and development support features.
Design, test, and debug own code without assistance.
Break down large features into engineering tasks and collaborate with others.
Decipher and understand complex systems.
Mentor engineers in engine development best practices.
Develop systems with a strong focus on optimization and performance.
Have an interest in working on different parts of a game engine (Rendering, Animation, Audio, etc.).
Confidently communicate with all members of the company.
Estimate own tasks and deliver them in a timely manner.
Write clear, maintainable code that passes review by other senior engineers.
Raise all blockers when they arise to the project lead.
Test and document provided solutions for other developers.
Implement and uphold software engineering best practices for the full software development life cycle.
Take ownership of large areas of the codebase and complex features.
Take ownership of mission-critical areas of the codebase.
Coordinate with members outside of the engineering team to deliver features.
Determine large feature feasibility and propose solutions.
Provide solid programming expertise for large features and architecture suggestions.
Provide code review analysis to foresee problems with design and implementation.

Requirements

Reside in Japan during employment.
Have a few years of work experience with custom engines and released games on consoles.
Proficiency in C++.
Ability to deep-dive into engine architecture for improvements.
Ability to write clean, readable, performant code and design architecture.
Excellent debugging and optimization skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Knowledge of existing optimization techniques.
Focus on performance and performance analysis.
Strong math skills.
Willingness to work as part of a team and contribute to technical discussions.
Eager to provide and receive constructive feedback.
Strong software development skills, design theory, and development processes.
Strong personal time management.
Experience in creation of Rendering engines.
Experience in implementation of Animation specific tools.
Experience in development targeting PlayStation platforms.
Experience in development targeting Microsoft platforms.
Familiarity with other target platforms (Nintendo, PC, mobile).
University degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline; or relevant professional experience.
For Japan-based candidates: 3+ years of professional software engineering experience and 2+ years of professional experience developing custom engine.
For overseas-based candidates: 7+ years of professional software engineering experience, and 5+ years of professional experience developing custom engine.
Solid software engineering abilities (good code hygiene, familiarity with various coding patterns, etc.).
Strong experience with C++.
Proficiency in C# (WPF).
Comfortable with source code management systems (Git, SVN, Perforce, etc.).
At least conversational Japanese proficiency - JLPT N3 or above.
English proficiency (ability to read, write, and discuss technical matters).
Experience with Ruby, Python, shell scripting (Bash, PowerShell, etc.).
Experience with other game engines such as Unreal, Unity, proprietary engines, or others.
At least 3 years of experience in the video game industry.
Worked on at least 1 released game.

Skills

C++
C# (WPF)
Git
SVN
Perforce
Ruby
Python
Bash
PowerShell
Unreal Engine
Unity
Rendering engines
Animation tools
PlayStation development
Microsoft platform development
Nintendo development
PC development
Mobile development
Debugging
Optimization
Performance analysis
Software development
Design theory
Development processes
Time management
Teamwork
Communication

Location

Tokyo, Japan
Remote

Work Type

Remote
Full Time
Permanent

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

University degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline; or relevant professional experience

Salary/Compensations

JPY 4,800,000 - JPY 7,200,000 yearly

Benefits

Monthly allowance for home office equipment and supplies (15,000 JPY/month)
Private language tutoring (Japanese and/or English)
Commute fees (train passes are not reimbursed)
Weekends and national holidays
Summer/winter vacation: 5 days per year (paid, applicable after the probation period)
Annual Paid Leave: 10 days per year (first year, following the probation period)
Bereavement/funeral leave
Sick leave: 5 days per year (paid, applicable after the probation period)
Social insurance
Parental leave

About the Company

Wizcorp is a highly specialized game development studio based in Tokyo and operating 100% remotely.
Wizcorp is a cross-cultural team of passionate individuals working together toward the goal of bringing back magic to game development.
Wizcorp offers a friendly and honest working environment.
Our work is challenging but rewarding, with countless personal and professional growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

Keywords is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and supportive working environment.