ROCKSTAR NORTH, the award winning developer behind Grand Theft Auto, is looking to expand their experienced and talented teams working out of the studio in Edinburgh . For the successful candidate we offer a highly competitive salary, a working environment second to none and an extensive benefits package.
At Rockstar North we like to receive and would encourage direct applications from candidates.
CURRENT POSITIONS
Audio Programmer | Database Programmer | Game Programmer | Physics Programmer | Web Developer |
Audio Programmer
Rockstar North is currently seeking an Audio Programmer. This is an exciting opportunity to work with an established and successful team experienced in pushing the boundaries of game audio on next-gen (Xbox360 and PS3) technology. The role involves design and implementation of ingame audio features. This includes high level audio systems that work in conjunction with other game systems (physics, online, etc), and implementation of cutting edge DSP features. The candidate will work both on Rockstar North titles, and the development of Rockstar’s cross platform audio engine.
Required:
- At least 3+ years experience of programming in C++.
- At least 1 year of audio programming or related experience.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.
- Ability to work within a schedule and deliver effectively to deadlines.
- Creative agility and readiness to respond to feedback and design requirements.
- Ability to work within an established code framework.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
- Interest in sound synthesis.
- Knowledge of sound tools/APIs such as XACT, SCREAM, or Direct Sound.
Database Programmer
We're looking for an experienced database programmer to join our in-house team developing bespoke bug-tracking and administration tools.
The ideal candidate will have practical experience in managing and delivering software projects and be at home working in a creative team environment.
Please provide a covering letter with your application.
Core Skills:
- SQL (preferably MySQL)
- C/C++
- Java, Java EE (EJB3)
- UML OO design
- Windows Development (MFC).
- Project Management experience
Desirables:
- Middleware knowledge, preferably JBoss
- XML
- Knowledge of network development i.e. TCP/IP sockets, UDP
- Project Management tools - e.g. IBM Rational, MS Project
Game Programmer
We want to hear from games programmers from a variety of backgrounds with excellent C/C++ skills.
Commercial games experience is not essential, however a passion for games is. You should have a positive attitude and be able to communicate with people as effectively as you do a computer.
Physics Programmer
Rockstar North is looking for a talented Physics Programmer to help deliver realism and fun interactions across our next gen titles. You will support and interface with all departments solving physics & AI problems and know when something feels right on everything from character movement to vehicle handling.
In addition to excellent C/C++ programming skills and 2 years programming experience with an emphasis on physics in games, you will have excellent communication skills and work well in a creative team. In addition we will expect you will be self-motivated, organised and effective at scheduling your time to meet project deadlines.
Web Developer
We're looking for an experienced & talented web developer to join our creative team supporting their work on the design and build out of Rockstar North's game sites and other new media output.
We will expect to see a strong, innovative protfolio and a selection of past site work.
Required:
- 3 years plus online experience
- Excellent HTML/XHTML skills
- Candidates will be highly proficient in developing websites using Flash
- Proficiency with Actionscript, CSS PHP, Javascript and XML.
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must be receptive to and work well to creative direction.
- Must be responsive to deadlines and deliver under pressure.