Game Research & Development Intern, Engine Research

LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is seeking a research-oriented developer in Sydney to collaborate with scientists on cutting-edge graphics and AI techniques for next-generation games. You will explore 3D learning, optimization, and real-time rendering while contributing to toolchains used across engine pipelines.

You should have strong C++, Python, or ML framework skills and a solid math foundation. The role emphasizes collaboration with game engineers, researchers, and designers in a fast-paced studio

Qualifications

• Strong coding skills in C++, Python, or TensorFlow/Torch.
• Solid knowledge of calculus, linear algebra, and basic numerical analysis.
• Strong sense of responsibility and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop advanced techniques in 3D geometric learning.
• Work on remeshing, UV optimization, and physically-based animation.
• Apply machine learning to computer graphics and rendering techniques.
• Develop tools and pipelines to integrate these technologies in game development.

Skills

C++

Python

TensorFlow/Torch

Education

Calculus & Linear Algebra

Numerical Analysis Basics

Tools

Graphics APIs

GPU Programming

Game Engine Familiarity

Job description

Business Unit

LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and devices.

About the Hiring Team

Lightspeed Tech Center is a R&D department under Lightspeed Studios which develop PUBG Mobile and other high-quality games. Our Tech Center leads the research, exploration, and discovery of innovative technologies and provides technical services for all games during all phases of life cycle, including engine, audio, QA, AI, next generation game, technical cooperation, etc.

What the Role Entails

Working with scientists to research and develop advanced techniques in the following topics:

• 3D geometric learning,
• Re-meshing and UV optimization,
• Physically-based animation and simulation
• Machine learning for computer graphics
• Motion planning in virtual city
• Character locomotion and control
• realistic image synthesis and real-time rendering techniques
• Researching and developing tools and pipelines to facilitate the use of technologies in the game development environment

Who We Look For

• Strong coding skills in one of following programming languages: C++, python, TensorFlow/Torch
• Solid knowledge in calculus, linear algebra, basic numerical analysis
• A strong sense of responsibility and good communication skills

Plus:

• Graduate students in a master or Ph.D. level program
• Publications on computer graphics/vision, machine learning, and robotics
• Familiarity with game engine, graphics APIs, and GPU programming

Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.