Senior Systems Designer

Intrepid Studios is looking for a passionate and talented Senior Systems Designer, interested in creating brand new worlds with a brand new IP. Our Senior Systems Designer would live and breathe math, spreadsheets and charts. They would believe in data, logs and playtesting. They can break down a system into its component parts and build it back up blindfolded. They must work well with others, enjoy and seek out collaboration, and to receive, act on, and supply constructively critical feedback. A passion for Massively Multiplayer RPGs is required!

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, champion and implement one or more core gameplay systems that may include: core experience, player progression, itemization, combat or classes
• Maintain overall balance between multiple gameplay systems
• Develop and maintain documentation of owned systems
• Continually iterate, balance and tune features and gameplay based on feedback from team, QA and playtesting
• Communicate, coordinate and participate in a collaborative, interdisciplinary, cross-studio team environment
• Be adaptable, detail-oriented, well organized and a great communicator

Qualifications

• 5+ years of game development experience in a systems designer role.
• Shipped multiplayer titles on the current generation of consoles or PC.
• Background in an object oriented scripting or programming language.
• Passion for games and game development.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong ability to deconstruct high level gameplay systems and creative direction into specific technical details, features and tasks.
• Ability to work in highly collaborative, interdisciplinary, iterative environment, while delivering under deadlines and time constraints.
• Ability to learn new development tools and technologies.
• Unreal 4 experience is a major plus

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter which should include:
  • Why you are interested in working at Intrepid
  • What games you are currently playing

Apply

Junior Gameplay Designer

Intrepid Studios is looking for a passionate and talented Game Designer, interested in creating brand new worlds with a brand new IP. Our Junior Gameplay Designer would be a generalist, who loves to get their hands dirty in all the design disciplines, and who likes to work outside their comfort zone in order to better learn their craft. They must work well with others, enjoy and seek out collaboration, and to receive, act on, and supply constructively critical feedback. A passion for Massively Multiplayer RPGs is a must!

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a senior or lead game designer - collaborating or taking direction and guidance as needed on all assigned tasks
• Design, implement and maintain designer content, which may include abilities, quests, events, or any other design driven content
• Assist in the design and iteration of game mechanics or systems
• Collaborate effectively with other departments as needed
• All other duties as assigned
• Create and maintain design documentation, including feature specification and implementation guidelines

Qualifications

• Comfortable with both conceptual and practical aspects of game design
• A background in an object-oriented scripting or programming language
• Strong creative skills and ability to analyze, with critical judgment, gameplay systems
• Open to constructive criticism and able to listen and give feedback to others
• Task-driven with problem-solving attitude
• Comfortable with a development schedule that is playtest-driven and focused on fast iterations and polish
• Strong motivation and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Unreal 4 experience is a major plus!

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• A portfolio including a playable demo of a level, mod, or slice of gameplay that you’ve designed and implemented
• Cover Letter which should include:
  • Why you are interested in working at Intrepid
  • What games you are currently playing

Apply

Game Network Software Programmer

Intrepid Studios is looking for a Software Programmer with a background in-game systems and networking to join our team of talented developers! If you are a self-driven and passionate developer, looking for a highly collaborative and creative environment, then this position is for you!

Responsibilities:  

• Design and implement high performance network software code in our game client and game server processes related to seamless travel and open world traversal
• Contribute to our code base, systems, and software architecture as a member of our engineering team, with an eye towards making our software (both application and infrastructure) more scalable, reliable, and performant

Qualifications: 

• 3+ years' experience building reliable, highly available and scalable platforms
• Experience building in a cloud environment
• A background in-game systems and networking
• Expertise working with C#, C++, Java, Python, Javascript, and Virtualization Technologies
• Knowledge of Linux & Windows environments, source code control systems, and release management
• Strong coding, testing, algorithm design, and debugging skills
• Working knowledge of how switches, routers, firewalls or load balancers work
• Solid software engineering experience with large code bases (>100k lines of code)
• Skill in developing techniques and methodologies to resolve unprecedented problems or situations.
• Must be a self-starter that requires only limited supervision/guidance
• Honesty, integrity and confidentiality must be maintained at all times
• Have good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced changing environment
• Excellent knowledge of scripting languages (Bash, Perl, Python, Javascript, etc.)
• Deep understanding of networking protocols including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and SNMP
• Experience with multi-core/multi-thread programming

Pluses: 

• BS Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent)
• Experience with .NET Core, Unreal Engine 4.x, and Wireshark/Tcpdump/Netcat
• Experience with integrating with third party APIs (including social networks and payment/billing systems)
• Experience in the gaming industry
• A passion for games, specifically MMORPG's

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter which should include:
  • Why you are interested in working at Intrepid
  • What games you are currently playing

Apply

DevOps Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Ensure maximum availability and optimal performance of all live cloud-deployed systems.
• Administer monitoring systems to alert as appropriate for service degradation and downtimes.
• Identify and troubleshoot system issues, interfacing with core engineering as needed.
• Evaluate new tools and techniques to improve insight into overall system health.
• Establish and audit recurring backups of all pertinent data and configuration settings.
• Assist with deployment, maintenance, and upgrade processes.
• Coordinate internal and 3rd-party maintenance windows, providing internal and external status.
• Assess risks and formulate disaster recovery processes and mitigation plans.
• Create documentation covering system operation, troubleshooting, and deployment activities.
• Suggest and implement improvements to existing workflows.
• Formulate and evangelize departmental best practices.

Qualifications:

• Proven track record of administering large, distributed, complex, and live cloud-based systems
• Advanced level of experience with most Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Experience with Windows and Linux system administration
• Experience maintaining production container orchestrators/schedulers
• Advanced working knowledge of relevant scripting languages
• Experience with deploying distributed networking components and services
• Ability to deliver under pressure in solving service-impacting issues on a production system
• Must be a self-starter that can proactively drive work items forward with minimal supervision

Additional Considerations (Pluses)

• Excellence in multiple technology disciplines (eg: Technical Operations, Backend Development)
• Good knowledge of relational databases and NoSQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, ElasticSearch, MongoDB, etc.)
• Prior experience with automated stress and performance testing, tools, and techniques
• Prior experience with code/build pipelines and associated automation tools
• Working knowledge with Grafana, Prometheus, Xabbix, Kibana, etc
• Contribution to Open Source projects

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter which should include:
  • Why you are interested in working at Intrepid
  • What games you are currently playing

Apply

Senior Environment Artist

Intrepid Studios is looking for an experienced Environment Artist to join our team of talented developers working on the Ashes of Creation MMO franchise! If you are a self-driven, passionate developer, looking for a highly collaborative and creative environment, then this position is for you!

Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with artists, designers, and other disciplines to create engaging and appealing gameplay environments for our upcoming Ashes of Creation MMO franchise
• Create AAA game environment quality assets and textures in line with the project's visual aesthetic and technical direction (references, documents, project meetings, etc.)
• Integrate assets and textures created into the game engine’s pipeline, as well as using the in-game engine tools to support these assets in production (Shader Tool, Asset Composer, World Outliner, Collision setups, Performance Tools, etc.)
• Verify the quality of their work once imported into the game, and make improvements when necessary
• Use specific project tools and relevant content creation software to achieve best results and meet specified scheduling deadlines
• Take constructive feedback and integrating those changes effectively
• Iterating on game assets and environments with fellow artists via paint overs, studies, and group critiques to improve the look and gameplay
• Efficiently use current game development methodologies, ( texture space optimization, texel density, appropriate polygon counts, mindful of object placement draw calls, and general game optimization practices, etc.)
• Work with environment lead to determine the environment’s assets required based on pre-created concepts, project lead’s direction, design team input, and adjust the work accordingly to fit the story and gameplay provided by Game Design documentation
• Able to come up to speed quickly on technical constraints of platform, engine and software
• Understand and apply modern game industry graphic principles
• Schedule and detail oriented

Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience creating environments for video games
• Have shipped 1+ AAA video game titles as an Environment Artist
• Expert level proficiency with 3ds Max, ZBrush, Substance, Photoshop or equivalent 3D and 2D software
• Demonstrated ability to create high quality work in a realistic / high fantasy style within technical constraints
• Ability to create PBR materials and all associated maps for new or existing assets
• Strong design instincts and ability to create environments that support and enhance gameplay
• Artistic ability to visualize entire levels and detail with minimal concept art and direction if needed
• Strong understanding of color, form, shape, structure, and silhouette
• Can model and texture from supplied
• Exceptional eye for proportion, scale, surface properties and lighting
• Self-motivated, driven, with excellent communication skills and a team-player attitude
• BA or BS degree in art or equivalent work experience

Additonal Considerations

• Solid foundation in traditional art, drawing, painting, illustration and/or concept art
• Strong technical ability and willingness to learn new tools, techniques and workflows
• Basic proficiency creating environmental VFX and/or environmental animations
• Experience with aesthetics for fantasy themes and visual stylings
• Unreal Engine, Shader and Blueprint Experience
• Conceptual Art skills always a plus

Required Application Materials

• Resume and cover letter
• Portfolio or demo reel demonstrating experience in modeling, texturing, and lighting game environments
• Note: An art test may be required

Apply

Senior Material Artist

Intrepid Studios is looking for an experienced Senior Material Artist to join our team of talented developers working on the Ashes of Creation MMO franchise! If you are a self-driven, passionate developer, looking for a highly collaborative and creative environment, then this position is for you!

Responsibilities

• Working and collaborating as part of the environment art team to create engaging and appealing environment textures and materials for our upcoming Ashes of Creation MMO franchise
• Create AAA game environment quality assets and textures in line with the project's visual aesthetic and technical direction (references, documents, project meetings, etc.)
• Create physically based Materials/Textures for use with props, environments, and characters
• Integrate assets and textures created into the game engine’s pipeline, as well as using the in-game engine tools to support these assets in production. (Material Editor, Asset Composer, Texture Compression Settings, Performance Tools, etc.)
• Verify the quality of their work once imported into the game, and make improvements when necessary
• Assist in material library creation and maintaining material pipelines.
• Collaborate with other artists to create and integrate assets into a visually consistent and highly immersive world
• Match established art styles while helping improve visual direction.
• Use specific project tools and relevant content creation software to achieve best results and meet specified scheduling deadlines
• Take constructive feedback and integrating those changes effectively
• Work with environment lead to determine the environment’s assets required based on pre-created concepts, project lead’s direction, design team input, and adjust the work accordingly
• Understand and apply modern game industry graphic principles
• Schedule and detail oriented

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience creating textures and materials for video games
• Portfolio demonstrating a wide variety of materials using both procedural and 3d sculpted techniques
• Portfolio demonstrating tiled textures and 0-1 UV mapped assets. Assets must show strong attention to detail focusing on believability and overall esthetic composition
• Solid understanding of PBR standards and surface/light interactions
• Strong foundation knowledge in traditional arts
• Experience creating 3D art for a game project or title
• Able to use 3D and/or procedural techniques to create high-quality materials within production timelines
• Expert knowledge in Substance Designer / Painter / and/or equivalent software
• Strong knowledge in UE4
• Strong knowledge of Maya and/or another 3D software package
• Strong knowledge of Zbrush modeling
• Solid understanding of color theory and be able to create balanced and appealing color palettes
• Self-motivated, driven, with excellent communication skills and a team-player attitude

Additional Considerations (Pluses)

• Experience leading other artists.
• Shipped 1+ AAA title as a Texture / Material artist.
• Experience using proprietary editors, software and tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Art or a related field.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter which should include:
  • Why you are interested in working at Intrepid
  • What games you are currently playing
• Portfolio or demo reel demonstrating experience in texturing, and materials for game environments
• An art test may be required

Apply

FX Artist

Intrepid Studios is looking for a highly imaginative artisan of magic, a maker of spells, a wizard of technology who compulsively makes the fantastical real. We are looking for a real time special effects artist to join our award winning team of visual effects artists to work on our epic MMORPG Ashes of Creation.

Requirements

• - Ability to create exceptional real time visual effects
• Creation of assets from scratch using in engine and 3rd party tools.
• 3D modeling and UV mapping skills
• Ability to proactively work across departments to discuss and overcome technical obstacles for FX implementation
• Driven to innovate and solve problems
• Can work onsite in San Diego California

Additional Considerations (Pluses)

• AAA Game Development Experience
• UE4 experience- (Cascade, Materials, Sequencer, Niagara, Blueprints)
• Solid game design awareness and an exceptional game design-oriented collaborator
• A multidisciplinary background
• Python or coding experience
• Houdini
• Simulation experience (Destruction, Fluids, etc)
• 2D animation skills
• Traditional Art skills
• Experience creating effects in a range of styles

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Reel demonstrating your VFX skills
• Cover Letter which should include:
  • Why you are interested in working at Intrepid
  • What games you are currently playing

Apply

Recruiter

Intrepid Studios is seeking a highly-motivated, intelligent and passionate Recruiter, who will help play a fundamental role in the growth of the company by providing new and innovative ideas to develop and improve our existing recruiting process. In this role, you will use your analytical, communication, and problem solving skills to source and qualify talented candidates for Intrepid Studios.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage game development, operational, administrative, and technical talent for hard to fill roles
• Proactively source and build a network of passive candidates and maintain long-term relationships with them
• Leverage social media, existing employees and professional networks to increase the pool of potential candidates
• Ensure an outstanding experience for candidates from initial outreach/applicant stage to offer
• Use your expertise and innovative recruiting techniques to actively and creatively source, evaluate, and ultimately help hire top game industry talent
• Proactively research and stay abreast of current industry events and trends
• Attend recruitment events to establish and strengthen Intrepid Studios’ brand
• Act as an externally-facing representative of the Intrepid Studios team

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for creative and technical recruiting
• Successful track record of identifying and hiring exceptional candidates
• A solid understanding of all aspects of full life cycle recruitment
• Direct experience working in software or entertainment industry is highly desirable
• Hands-on experience with ATS
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
• Superior communication skills (verbal and written) with relentless drive to find the best talent
• Ability to juggle several high-priority tasks and independently manage workload in a constantly changing environment

Additional Considerations (Pluses)

• Prior experience in the game industry a huge plus!
• Passion for games

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter which should include:
  • Why you are interested in working at Intrepid
  • What games you are currently playing

Apply