Core Tech Programmer: Own Toolchain & Pipelines

NAUGHTY DOG, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 141,400 - 176,700; Full time

Job summary

NAUGHTY DOG, LLC in Los Angeles is seeking a Core Tech Programmer to design and develop technology for their production pipeline. This role offers total project ownership, allowing you to work directly with artists and designers to improve workflows and tool performance.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of video game industry experience and a minimum of 1 shipped AAA game. Strong 3D math skills and proficiency in C++ or C# are required. The position offers a competitive salary of $141,400 — $176,700 USD.

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).
• Extensive experience in creating one or more of the following PC applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support technology in our production pipeline.
• Work with and enable artists and designers to create incredible assets.
• Navigate and constantly improve an extensive code base.

Skills

Video game industry experience

3D math skills

C++ or C# experience

Collaboration with artists/designers

Education

B.S. in Computer Science and/or Mathematics

Tools

C++

C#

Job description

NAUGHTY DOG, LLC in Los Angeles is seeking a Core Tech Programmer to design and develop technology for their production pipeline. This role offers total project ownership, allowing you to work directly with artists and designers to improve workflows and tool performance.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of video game industry experience and a minimum of 1 shipped AAA game. Strong 3D math skills and proficiency in C++ or C# are required. The position offers a competitive salary of $141,400 — $176,700 USD.