Unreal Engine Programmer Intern

Location: New Zealand-Auckland

Business UnitLIGHTSPEED 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 TeamLightspeed Tech Center is a 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

Are you passionate about creating immersive, cutting-edge gaming experiences that captivate players around the world? Do you have a deep love for 3D engine technologies in video games? If so, this is your opportunity to join LightSpeed Studios, Tencent, a leading global player in the gaming industry. We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Game Engine Programmer Intern to help us on diverse, ranging in level and discipline of 3D engine technology.

Position Overview

As an Unreal Engine Programmer Intern at LightSpeed Studios, Tencent, you will work closely with our world-class game development teams to create cutting edge technologies that enhance performance and streamlined toolset. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and gain hands-on experience in an industry-leading company, learn the skills needed to begin career in gaming and interactive 3D.

Responsibilities

Fixing bugs and solving technical issues.

Collaborate with game content creators and developers to work features on Tools, Rendering, Animation, Physics, gameplay or data science.

Learn and stay up-to-date advanced features in UE5 and their practical applications in real game projects.

Develop and optimize physics systems for both real-time and offline simulations.

Who We Look For

Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Math, or Physics.

Strong understanding of 3D Math principles and their applications.

Proficiency in C++,  other relevant programming languages is plus.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

A passion for video games and a desire to create unforgettable player experiences.

Plus

Publications on computer programming, graphics/vision, math, machine learning, and robotics.

Past experiences working on published games or applications.

Familiarity with game engine (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity), graphics APIs, and GPU programming.

What We Offer

A dynamic and creative work environment.

Mentorship from industry experts.

The opportunity to contribute to AAA game projects.

Competitive compensation.

Potential for future career opportunities within Tencent Games.

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.