Game Research & Development Intern, Engine Research

Lightspeed Studios; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 79,487; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Up to 13 paid holidays

Eligible for Company-sponsored medical plan

Job summary

Lightspeed Studios in Bellevue, US, is looking for a talented researcher to develop advanced techniques for game development. This role involves working on 3D geometric learning, realistic image synthesis, and machine learning for graphics.

Candidates should have strong coding skills in C++, Python, or TensorFlow, and be graduate students at the master or Ph.D. level. The position offers a competitive hourly pay range from $27.00 to $57.70 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong coding skills in C++, Python, TensorFlow, or Torch.
• Solid knowledge in calculus and linear algebra.
• Publications on computer graphics, machine learning, or robotics.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop advanced techniques in 3D geometric learning.
• Optimize re-meshing and UV systems for quality graphics.
• Implement physically-based animation and control techniques.

Skills

C++

Python

TensorFlow

Torch

Calculus

Linear Algebra

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate student (Master or Ph.D.)

Tools

Game Engines

Graphics APIs

GPU Programming

Job description

Business Unit

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.

Hiring Team

Lightspeed Tech Center is an 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.

Role

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
• Real-time rendering techniques
• Researching and developing tools and pipelines to facilitate the use of technologies in the game development environment

Qualifications

• 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
• 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

Location and Compensation

Location: US-Washington-Bellevue

The expected base pay range for this position in the location(s) listed above is $27.00 to $57.70 per hour. Actual pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits

This position will be eligible for 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked and up to 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Full-time interns are also eligible to enroll in the Company-sponsored medical plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.