Associate Engineer, Multimedia (NTD)

Nintendo; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 145,150 - 261,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Semi-annual performance bonus

Job summary

Nintendo in Redmond, WA, is seeking a skilled software developer to work on new features for their gaming console. The role involves architecting multimedia software solutions and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience and strong C++ skills, alongside a degree in Computer Engineering or a related field.

This is an onsite position not open to remote work. The compensation range is between $145,150 and $261,200 USD, complemented by a performance bonus and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Solid understanding of low-level kernel software.
• Experience in audio/video processing technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop new features for a massively used gaming console.
• Architect and design software solutions for multimedia use cases.
• Research technical issues and provide expert guidance.
• Drive software development activities in a small team setting.

Skills

C++ coding and debugging

Embedded design and development

Multi-core SOC devices

Audio and video processing

Education

Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Nintendo Technology Development

The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its Nintendo Switch TM system and the Nintendo 3DS TM family of portable systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment System TM , Nintendo has sold more than 4.7 billion video games and more than 740 million hardware units globally, including Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, as well as the Game Boy TM , Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS TM family of systems, Super NES TM , Nintendo 64 TM , Nintendo GameCube TM , Wii TM and Wii U TM systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names, such as Mario, Donkey Kong, Metroid, Zelda and Pokémon. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo Technology Development, based in Redmond, Washington, creates future hardware/software technology and researches North American-based technologies.

Nintendo is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, the diverse consumers we represent, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy and respect for each other.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• Develop new features for deployment in massively used gaming console.
• Architect and design software solutions for multimedia use cases.
• Research technical issues and provide expert guidance.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with other engineers and stakeholders.
• Develop implementation plans and time estimates for tasks.
• Drive software development activities in a small team setting.

SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of software development.
• Excellent C++ coding and debugging skills.
• Experience in embedded design and development.
• Solid understanding of multi-core SOC devices and low-level kernel software.
• Strong working knowledge of audio and video processing, including compression, transport, and rendering.
• Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with MSE, HLS, and MPEG DASH streaming technologies.
• Experience with AVC, AV1, VP9, AAC, and OPUS media codecs.
• Experience with digital rights management schemes and EME.
• Master’s degree in computer engineering, Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.

This position is onsite in Redmond, WA, and not open to remote status at this time.

This position includes the base pay range listed below, potential for a semi-annual discretionary performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Pay Range:

$145,150 — $261,200 USD