Tools Programmer: Audio

SwiftCruit; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in Edinburgh, Scotland is looking for a Tools Programmer to enhance their audio tool suite. The role involves developing an in-house audio toolset and collaborating closely with the Audio team. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with strong communication and collaborative skills. Passion for games and interactive audio is a plus. Join a dynamic and inclusive team focused on pushing the boundaries of audio in gaming.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering or equivalent.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a mixed-discipline team.
• Ability to work within a schedule and deliver effectively to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an in-house audio toolset.
• Collaborate closely with the Audio team and the wider Tools team.
• Maintain awareness of relevant technologies and drive their adoption.
• Balance short-term user needs with long-term development.

Skills

Outstanding communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Deadline management

Education

Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

C++

WPF

Commercial audio content creation software

Job description

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar North is on the lookout for a Tools Programmer who is passionate about supporting and further developing a world class audio tool suite.

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s state‑of‑the‑art game development studio in Edinburgh, Scotland.

WHAT WE DO

• The Rockstar Audio Programming team is responsible for the technology that powers the sound effects, music and dialogue in our games.
• We’re committed to creating incredibly immersive interactive audio, pushing the sonic boundaries of what’s possible in our medium.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain an in-house audio toolset, which supports the creation and implementation of audio assets found in-game.
• Closely collaborate with other members of the Audio team and the wider Rockstar Tools team.
• Maintain awareness of relevant technologies, modern UI standards, and drive their adoption within the toolset.
• Balance meeting short-term user needs with long-term development of the audio tool suite; identify opportunities to optimise user workflows.

REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a mixed-discipline team.
• Ability to work within a schedule and deliver effectively to deadlines.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• An interest in games and interactive sound/music.
• Familiarity with commercial audio content creation software.
• Experience of intuitive user interface design and implementation for complex data.
• Knowledge of audio synthesis and DSP.
• C++ experience.
• WPF experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.