at Mako Games

Stamford, Connecticut

Mako Games is currently seeking a Senior Animation Programmer to develop cutting-edge motion control games for Natal. The position is full time, on-site at our Stamford, Connecticut office.

A Sr Engine Programmer is a highly capable individual with experience in many of the technical aspects of game development. A Senior Engineer mentors other programmers, lends expertise in company-wide technical direction, and seeks to improve engineering processes across the company.

Responsibilities:

• Dive deeply into the Natal motion-sensing technology to provide technical guidance for innovative game play. This position is essential to the "fun factor" in the game and is largely responsible for the overall game play.

• Develop, maintain, and optimize mid/high-level engine systems

• Apply expert knowledge to projects, and assist in shaping larger technical direction.

• Mentor other programmers in the group.

• Ready to move quickly between projects as expert assistance is needed.

• Play a leading role in the design and architecture of software.

• Pioneer use of new technologies.

• Seek ways to improve the tools and systems used by content creators.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of animation systems, direct experience coding advanced animation systems

• Multiple years of experience working on animation technology in games

• At least 1 shipped game title on next-gen consoles, 3 titles overall

• At least 8 years professional programming experience

• Strong C/C++ skills

• Strong debug ging and profiling skills

• Ability to work well in a team environment

• Strong communication and problem solving skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent experience

• Passion for gaming and what makes them tick

Plusses:

• 3D Graphics programming experience a plus

• Experience with Natural Motion’s Morpheme engine is a major plus

• Experience with Emergent's Gamebryo engine is a major plus

Want to apply?

To apply, please send an email to
Please include “[Senior Animation Programmer]” at the start of your subject line and a copy of your resume and cover letter as an attachment. Requests that do not include a resume will not be considered. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mako Games is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.