Software Engineer
About this role
Company Description
We're constantly working with some of the world's largest Publishers and most popular AAA games. Here in Australia we have studios located in Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne and employ about two hundred of Australia's leading game professionals. Our studio brands operating under the Keywords Studios group are Tantalus Media (Vic, SA, Qld), and Liquid Development (Vic, SA, Qld).
As one of the regions leading co-development studios our teams work across a variety of projects from ports, DLC and expansion packs, to remasters. The huge variety of game styles, provides a rich and rewarding learning experience for our employees.
This position will be based in Melbourne, and will be hybrid.
We are not considering fully remote, or sponsorship applications.
Job Description
We're looking for several experienced Game Programmers who are eager to help us deliver the consistent level of quality and service our business is renowned for across the globe.
You will join our growing team of developers and work on building various game features under the Keywords Studio Australia portfolios.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working closely with producers, game designers and artists to implement game features using C++ and/or Lua to a project schedule
- Testing, debugging, refining, optimising and maintaining game functionality on console and PC platforms.
- Staying up to date with new technologies and architectures
- Following Keywords' standards and best practices
- Assisting and mentoring other programmers in your areas of expertise
Skills, Abilities and Qualifications:
- Demonstrated programming skills in a strongly typed language such as C++
- Demonstrable experience using Unreal Engine or Custom Engines
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Well developed skills in at least one game related discipline (e.g. 3D Maths, AI, Physics, UI, etc.)
- Ability to write clear, maintainable code
- Demonstrated ability to create and deliver to deadlines
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills and pleasant personality
- Ability to ramp up quickly with unfamiliar code bases or technical skills.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science/Engineering, or equivalent experience
Additional Information
If you'd like to know more about Keywords Studios we recommend visiting our corporate site HERE
PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION POLICY
Keywords Studios is strongly committed to protecting your personal information. By sending your CV/Resume, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and consent to your data being managed and retained in accordance with our data privacy and retention policy https://www.keywordsstudios.com/en/applicant-privacy-notice/
Role Information: EN
Studio: Keywords Studios
Location: Asia Pacific, Australia
Area of Work: Engineering
Service: Create
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Hybrid
PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION POLICY
Keywords Studios is strongly committed to protecting your personal information. By sending your CV/Resume, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and consent to your data being managed and retained in accordance with our data privacy and retention policy https://www.keywordsstudios.com/en/applicant-privacy-notice/.
PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION POLICY
Keywords Studios is strongly committed to protecting your personal information. By sending your CV/Resume, you are agreeing to our terms and conditions and consent to your data being managed and retained in accordance with our data privacy and retention policy https://www.keywordsstudios.com/en/applicant-privacy-notice/.
Company at a glance
We work behind the scenes with game developers, publishers, and entertainment companies to bring their ideas to life and keep them running smoothly. From game development and art production to audio services, localization, game testing, community support, and marketing, we’re the partner you call when you need extra hands (or brains).
We are 13,000 people worldwide. Tech-savvy, AI-aware, and deeply invested in R&D. We’re adaptable, collaborative, and used to plugging into diverse teams and pipelines. Many of us grew up with games, animation, and film. We’re fans first, and that shows in how we work: with care, respect, accessibility, and safety in mind.
Whether it’s building innovative experiences, meeting tight deadlines, or preserving creative vision across every language and culture, our services and proprietary tools integrate seamlessly with your team at any stage of the product life cycle.
We don’t always make the headlines, but we help others get there.
Among our clients: Tencent Games, Microsoft, Ubisoft, Supercell, Bandai Namco, Netflix, Amazon... #ImagineMore
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