Unreal Engine Programmer Intern

Lightspeed Studios; Canberra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lightspeed Studios in Canberra is offering an exciting internship opportunity for a Game Engine Programmer. You will work alongside industry-leading teams, enhancing performance and toolsets for top-tier gaming experiences.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Math, or Physics, and should be passionate about video games. You will gain hands-on experience with advanced technologies in a collaborative environment that values innovation and diversity.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of 3D math principles and their applications.
• Proficiency in C++, with other relevant programming languages as a plus.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Fixing bugs and solving technical issues.
• Collaborate with game content creators on various features.
• Develop and optimize physics systems for simulations.

Skills

3D Math principles

C++

Understanding of graphics APIs

GPU programming

Education

Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Math, or Physics

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

About the Team

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 an R&D department under Lightspeed Studios that develops PUBG Mobile and other high-quality games. The 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.

Position Overview

As a Game Engine Programmer Intern at LightSpeed Studios, Tencent, you will work closely with our world‑class game development teams to create cutting edge technologies that enhance performance and streamline toolset. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and gain hands‑on experience in an industry‑leading company, learn the skills needed to begin a career in gaming and interactive 3D.

Responsibilities

• Fixing bugs and solving technical issues.


• Collaborate with game content creators and developers to work features on Tools, Rendering, Animation, Physics, gameplay or data science.


• Learn and stay up‑to‑date advanced features in UE5 and their practical applications in real game projects.


• Develop and optimize physics systems for both real‑time and offline simulations.

Who We Look For

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Math, or Physics.


• Strong understanding of 3D Math principles and their applications.


• Proficiency in C++, other relevant programming languages is plus.


• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.


• A passion for video games and a desire to create unforgettable player experiences.


• Plus: Publications on computer programming, graphics/vision, math, machine learning, and robotics.


• Past experiences working on published games or applications.


• Familiarity with game engine (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity), 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.