Core Tech Programmer – AAA Pipeline & Tools

Naughty Dog; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 141,400 - 176,700; Full time

Job summary

Naughty Dog is seeking a core tech programmer for a hybrid position in California. You will have total project ownership, collaborating with artists and designers while tackling complex problems in our production pipeline.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in the gaming industry and has shipped at least one AAA game. Experience with programming in C++ or C# and excellent 3D math skills are required. This role offers a competitive pay range of $141,400 to $176,700.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years working in the video game industry.
• Minimum of 1 shipped AAA game.
• Excellent 3D math skills, especially linear algebra and vector math.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support technology in the production pipeline.
• Enable artists and designers to create assets and improve workflows.
• Navigate and improve an extensive code base.

Skills

3+ years in the video game industry

1 shipped AAA game

B.S. in Computer Science or Mathematics

3D math skills (linear algebra, vector math)

C++ or C# application development

Education

B.S. in Computer Science or Mathematics

Tools

DCC tools

PC applications

Job description

Naughty Dog is seeking a core tech programmer for a hybrid position in California. You will have total project ownership, collaborating with artists and designers while tackling complex problems in our production pipeline.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in the gaming industry and has shipped at least one AAA game. Experience with programming in C++ or C# and excellent 3D math skills are required. This role offers a competitive pay range of $141,400 to $176,700.