Game Research & Development Intern, Engine Research

Lightspeed Studios; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 79,487; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Company-sponsored medical plan

Job summary

Lightspeed Studios in Los Angeles is looking for passionate individuals to join their R&D team, developing advanced game technologies. You'll collaborate with scientists on innovative techniques like machine learning for graphics and 3D geometric learning.

The ideal candidate possesses strong coding skills in C++ or Python, robust math knowledge, and excellent communication abilities. This role also offers a competitive pay range and includes benefits such as paid sick leave and holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong coding skills in C++, Python, or TensorFlow/Torch.
• Solid knowledge in calculus and linear algebra.
• Good communication skills and sense of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop advanced techniques in 3D geometry, animation, and machine learning.
• Develop tools and pipelines for game development.

Skills

Coding skills in C++, Python, TensorFlow/Torch

Knowledge in calculus and linear algebra

Communication skills

Familiarity with game engines and graphics APIs

Education

Graduate students in a master or Ph.D. level program

Job description

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 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.

What the Role Entails

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

Who We Look For

• 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.
• Plus: 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: State(s) US-California-Los Angeles

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.

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. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans in effect, full-time interns are also eligible to enroll in the Company-sponsored medical plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is a leading global game developer, with teams across China, United States, Singapore, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand and United Arab Emirates. LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS has created over 50 games across multiple platforms and genres for more than 4 billion registered users. It is the co-developer of worldwide hit PUBG MOBILE (co-developed with KRAFTON, Inc.).