At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar Games is looking for a seasoned Software Engineer (C++) to join our development team. Our Core Security team is looking for a security focused engineer to help drive our various software security initiatives. The successful candidate will be committed to keeping our games and services fun for our players through defense against cheaters, hackers, exploiters, and all troublemakers. 

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s state-of-the-art game development studio in Edinburgh, Scotland. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Core Security team is responsible for protecting our players, employees, and business.
• We develop anti-cheat to preserve the integrity of our online experience.
• We build anti-piracy measures to preserve our intellectual property.
• We create and apply anti-tamper technologies to protect sensitive areas of code.
• We support all Rockstar titles including Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption.
• We work closely with many cross-functional teams to enhance the security of our games.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and innovate solutions to better secure our products from known vulnerabilities.
• Research and implement various forms of anti-tamper technologies and anti-cheat technologies.
• Debug exceptions to resolve issues related to obfuscation transformations and anti-tamper mechanisms.
• Performance profile protected and unprotected code to meet expected performance requirements.
• Follow software SDLC to integrate into the game team’s operations.
• Test cross-platform software solutions to ensure quality.

REQUIREMENTS

• 4+ years of experience working in a software/security development team using C++.
• Experience with security and/or game development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with an emphasis on debugging C++ code.
• Analytical skills geared towards the measurement of system performance and memory use, plus the communication skills needed to generate solutions.
• Independently able to take objectives from ideation to execution.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Strong understanding of reverse engineering concepts and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of game protection technologies.
• Experience with disassemblers and decompilers: IDA Pro.
• Experience with core cryptography concepts.
• Experience with crash dumps and x64.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.                                   

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar Games is looking for a seasoned Software Engineer (C++) to join our development team. Our Core Security team is looking for a security focused engineer to help drive our various software security initiatives. The successful candidate will be committed to keeping our games and services fun for our players through defense against cheaters, hackers, exploiters, and all troublemakers. 

This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s unique game development studio in Oakville, ON. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Core Security team is responsible for protecting our players, employees, and business.
• We develop anti-cheat to preserve the integrity of our online experience.
• We build anti-piracy measures to preserve our intellectual property.
• We create and apply anti-tamper technologies to protect sensitive areas of code.
• We support all Rockstar titles including Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption.
• We work closely with many cross-functional teams to enhance the security of our games.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and innovate solutions to better secure our products from known vulnerabilities.
• Research and implement various forms of anti-tamper technologies and anti-cheat technologies.
• Debug exceptions to resolve issues related to obfuscation transformations and anti-tamper mechanisms.
• Performance profile protected and unprotected code to meet expected performance requirements.
• Follow software SDLC to integrate into the game team’s operations.
• Test cross-platform software solutions to ensure quality.

REQUIREMENTS

• 4+ years of experience working in a software/security development team using C++.
• Experience with security and/or game development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with an emphasis on debugging C++ code.
• Analytical skills geared towards the measurement of system performance and memory use, plus the communication skills needed to generate solutions.
• Independently able to take objectives from ideation to execution.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Strong understanding of reverse engineering concepts and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of game protection technologies.
• Experience with disassemblers and decompilers: IDA Pro.
• Experience with core cryptography concepts.
• Experience with crash dumps and x64.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.

For those based in Toronto, Rockstar will provide accommodations to job applicants and employees as long as such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship on Rockstar, and consistent with its obligations under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.                       

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar Games is looking for a seasoned Software Engineer (C++) to join our development team. Our Core Security team is looking for a security focused engineer to help drive our various software security initiatives. The successful candidate will be committed to keeping our games and services fun for our players through defense against cheaters, hackers, exploiters, and all troublemakers. 

This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s NYC headquarters in Downtown Manhattan. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Core Security team is responsible for protecting our players, employees, and business.
• We develop anti-cheat to preserve the integrity of our online experience.
• We build anti-piracy measures to preserve our intellectual property.
• We create and apply anti-tamper technologies to protect sensitive areas of code.
• We support all Rockstar titles including Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption.
• We work closely with many cross-functional teams to enhance the security of our games.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and innovate solutions to better secure our products from known vulnerabilities.
• Research and implement various forms of anti-tamper technologies and anti-cheat technologies.
• Debug exceptions to resolve issues related to obfuscation transformations and anti-tamper mechanisms.
• Performance profile protected and unprotected code to meet expected performance requirements.
• Follow software SDLC to integrate into the game team’s operations.
• Test cross-platform software solutions to ensure quality.

REQUIREMENTS

• 4+ years of experience working in a software/security development team using C++.
• Experience with security and/or game development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with an emphasis on debugging C++ code.
• Analytical skills geared towards the measurement of system performance and memory use, plus the communication skills needed to generate solutions.
• Independently able to take objectives from ideation to execution.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Strong understanding of reverse engineering concepts and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of game protection technologies.
• Experience with disassemblers and decompilers: IDA Pro.
• Experience with core cryptography concepts.
• Experience with crash dumps and x64.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.                                   

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar Games is looking for a seasoned Senior Software Engineer (C++) to join our development team. Our Core Security team is looking for a security focused engineer to help drive our various software security initiatives. The successful candidate will be committed to keeping our games and services fun for our players through defense against cheaters, hackers, exploiters, and all troublemakers. 

This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s unique game development studio in Oakville, ON. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Core Security team is responsible for protecting our players, employees, and business.
• We develop anti-cheat to preserve the integrity of our online experience.
• We build anti-piracy measures to preserve our intellectual property.
• We create and apply anti-tamper technologies to protect sensitive areas of code.
• We support all Rockstar titles including Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption.
• We work closely with many cross-functional teams to enhance the security of our games.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and innovate solutions to better secure our products from known vulnerabilities.
• Research and implement various forms of anti-tamper technologies and anti-cheat technologies.
• Debug exceptions to resolve issues related to obfuscation transformations and anti-tamper mechanisms.
• Performance profile protected and unprotected code to meet expected performance requirements.
• Follow software SDLC to integrate into the game team’s operations.
• Test cross-platform software solutions to ensure quality.

REQUIREMENTS

• 7+ years of experience working in a software/security development team using C++.
• Experience with security and/or game development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with an emphasis on debugging C++ code.
• Analytical skills geared towards the measurement of system performance and memory use, plus the communication skills needed to generate solutions.
• Independently able to take objectives from ideation to execution.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Strong understanding of reverse engineering concepts and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of game protection technologies.
• Experience with disassemblers and decompilers: IDA Pro.
• Experience with core cryptography concepts.
• Experience with crash dumps and x64.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.

For those based in Toronto, Rockstar will provide accommodations to job applicants and employees as long as such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship on Rockstar, and consistent with its obligations under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.                        

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar Games is looking for a seasoned Senior Software Engineer (C++) to join our development team. Our Core Security team is looking for a security focused engineer to help drive our various software security initiatives. The successful candidate will be committed to keeping our games and services fun for our players through defense against cheaters, hackers, exploiters, and all troublemakers. 

This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s NYC headquarters in Downtown Manhattan. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Core Security team is responsible for protecting our players, employees, and business.
• We develop anti-cheat to preserve the integrity of our online experience.
• We build anti-piracy measures to preserve our intellectual property.
• We create and apply anti-tamper technologies to protect sensitive areas of code.
• We support all Rockstar titles including Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption.
• We work closely with many cross-functional teams to enhance the security of our games.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and innovate solutions to better secure our products from known vulnerabilities.
• Research and implement various forms of anti-tamper technologies and anti-cheat technologies.
• Debug exceptions to resolve issues related to obfuscation transformations and anti-tamper mechanisms.
• Performance profile protected and unprotected code to meet expected performance requirements.
• Follow software SDLC to integrate into the game team’s operations.
• Test cross-platform software solutions to ensure quality.

REQUIREMENTS

• 7+ years of experience working in a software/security development team using C++.
• Experience with security and/or game development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with an emphasis on debugging C++ code.
• Analytical skills geared towards the measurement of system performance and memory use, plus the communication skills needed to generate solutions.
• Independently able to take objectives from ideation to execution.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Strong understanding of reverse engineering concepts and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of game protection technologies.
• Experience with disassemblers and decompilers: IDA Pro.
• Experience with core cryptography concepts.
• Experience with crash dumps and x64.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.                                   

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar Games is looking for a seasoned Senior Software Engineer (C++) to join our development team. Our Core Security team is looking for a security focused engineer to help drive our various software security initiatives. The successful candidate will be committed to keeping our games and services fun for our players through defense against cheaters, hackers, exploiters, and all troublemakers. 

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s state-of-the-art game development studio in Edinburgh, Scotland. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Core Security team is responsible for protecting our players, employees, and business.
• We develop anti-cheat to preserve the integrity of our online experience.
• We build anti-piracy measures to preserve our intellectual property.
• We create and apply anti-tamper technologies to protect sensitive areas of code.
• We support all Rockstar titles including Grand Theft Auto V and Red Dead Redemption.
• We work closely with many cross-functional teams to enhance the security of our games.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and innovate solutions to better secure our products from known vulnerabilities.
• Research and implement various forms of anti-tamper technologies and anti-cheat technologies.
• Debug exceptions to resolve issues related to obfuscation transformations and anti-tamper mechanisms.
• Performance profile protected and unprotected code to meet expected performance requirements.
• Follow software SDLC to integrate into the game team’s operations.
• Test cross-platform software solutions to ensure quality.

REQUIREMENTS

• 7+ years of experience working in a software/security development team using C++.
• Experience with security and/or game development.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with an emphasis on debugging C++ code.
• Analytical skills geared towards the measurement of system performance and memory use, plus the communication skills needed to generate solutions.
• Independently able to take objectives from ideation to execution.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Strong understanding of reverse engineering concepts and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of game protection technologies.
• Experience with disassemblers and decompilers: IDA Pro.
• Experience with core cryptography concepts.
• Experience with crash dumps and x64.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.                                   

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar is on the lookout for a seasoned Lead Programmer who is keenly interested in all the low-level technology that makes a modern video game tick, in order to help support the Rockstar Games creator platforms, including FiveM and RedM. You will need to adequately juggle team mentorship responsibilities, all the while collaborating with stakeholders across the organization to ensure adherence to development processes and security standards.

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s unique game development studio in the heart of London. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Rockstar Games Creator Platform team creates technology, tools, and solutions to enhance the creator experience and empower our community to create and share any experience imaginable.
• We deliver a technology platform that enables creators to develop their own game modes and other modifications in a variety of scripting languages and for players to experience this content on fully customized dedicated servers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive strategy for the standup and continuous improvement of Rockstar’s Creator Platform technologies, which includes the FiveM and RedM platforms and associated creator tooling.
• Devise and work with the Creator Platform teams towards the achievement of attainable development milestones.
• Oversee Creator Platform engineering teams, working closely with appointed engineering leads to align on key technical decisions.
• Help mentor and develop the skills of the engineering leads and other developers within the Creator Platform team.
• Support the ongoing scaling of the technical group through ongoing recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding.  
• Implement and maintain the software development lifecycle (SDLC) for the Creator Platform team, ensuring it is aligned with company and project objectives.
• Leverage knowledge of internal code base to devise well-considered strategies for integration of Creator Platform technology into Rockstar Games’ games and products.
• Collaborate with partners across Game, Security, Online Services and related development teams to guarantee alignment with all Rockstar Game and Security required standards and guidelines.  

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience designing and developing low-level software systems and architecture.
• At least 3 years’ experience leading engineering teams of 10+, including mentoring, performance management, and career development.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and at least one scripting language (e.g. Python, PERL, Ruby).
• At least one shipped console or PC title; preferably on the Xbox and/or PlayStation consoles.
• Experience crafting and accomplishing roadmaps, with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, supported by excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to tailor communication style to technical and non-technical audiences.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• A keen interest in the modding or User Generated Content communities.
• Experience with Javascript and/or Lua.
• Experience with reverse engineering.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.  

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

#LI-KD1

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar is on the lookout for a talented Senior Gameplay Programmer with a passion for game development. You will be working as part of a small but experienced team, ideally taking responsibility for one or more classic game technology areas and stepping outside your comfort zone to work in other areas as necessary.

Candidates must have extensive knowledge and experience in software development and be comfortable working in large codebases with complicated build processes. 

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s state-of-the-art game development studio in Sydney, Australia. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Rockstar Games Gameplay Programming team builds and modifies core gameplay systems and control interfaces using a combination of C++ and game script. 
• We follow an iterative process to tune and polish features to establish the correct look and feel for our games. 
• We create tools to facilitate the implementation of game features, improve iteration times, and increase productivity of all teams. 
• We produce performant, stable and well-documented code which is often complex and intricate, as well as debug, analyse, and optimise, code created by colleagues. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with designers and artists to architect, engineer, and implement gameplay features and systems.  
• Identify areas for improvement and extend/modify existing gameplay systems. 
• Provide solutions and planning for design changes and feedback.  
• Support and mentor less experienced team members.

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of experience developing video games using C++. 
• Ability to optimize both your own code and team code to meet performance goals. 
• Experience engineering and implementing clean and concise APIs. 
• A strong understanding of top-down design, object-oriented programming, design patterns, and game design principles. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to find optimal solutions to a given task. 
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic, milestone-driven environment. 
• Strong math skills, including knowledge of vectors, matrices, and linear algebra. 

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Prior experience in gameplay-focused roles, specifically focusing on building and refining gameplay systems and features.  
• At least one shipped title, preferably on Xbox or PlayStation. 
• Knowledge of mobile devices and development processes. 
• In-depth knowledge of multithreaded synchronisation primitives. 
• Professional game design/scripting experience. 
• Online portfolio of code samples. 
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as C#, Python, or Lua. 

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.  

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

#LI-AS1

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar Australia are seeking Senior Graphics Programmers. You will be working with a small but experienced team, ideally taking responsibility for one or more specific game technology areas, but also be capable of stepping outside your comfort zone to work in other areas as necessary.

Candidates must have a strong passion for video games and interactive graphics, ideally having demonstrated technical abilities working in the video games industry or a relevant related field. All candidates must have extensive knowledge and experience in software development and be comfortable working in large codebases with complicated build processes. Additionally, experience with at least one modern 3D graphics API would be required along with a strong understanding of the graphics rendering pipeline.

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s state-of-the-art game development studio in Sydney, Australia. 

WHAT WE DO

• Build, optimise and modify game rendering systems and their related tools using C++ and a variety of modern APIs.
• Work within large codebases with an eye for potential improvements whilst maintaining original design/aesthetic intents.
• Create tools to facilitate the rendering systems and game performance as well as improve iteration times and increase the productivity of all teams.
• Produce performant, stable and well-documented code which is often complex and intricate, as well as debug, analyse and optimise code created by colleagues.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produce stable and reliable code.
• Help to guide and support less experienced team members.
• Identify and implement improvements and extensions to existing graphics and related game systems.
• Use strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with Art and Design to create streamlined, flexible graphics or related systems.

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years of professional experience in the video games industry coding rendering systems for games in C++.
• Experience with at least one modern graphics API (Vulkan, Metal, D3D12, etc).
• Previously held a graphics-focused role, working specifically on rendering systems and features.
• Experience in identifying bottlenecks and optimising existing rendering systems.
• Experience optimising multithreaded CPU and GPU performance.
• Strong theoretical knowledge of 3D rendering techniques.
• Ability to clearly communicate ideas and document your work.
• High proficiency in C++ and STL.
• Solid 3D Math skills.
• Demonstrated ability to ship products (not necessarily a game).

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Experience using existing graphics system analysis toolchains (RenderDoc, Pix, Razor, etc).
• Strong shader programming skills (HLSL, etc).
• Deep understanding of another two or more of the following game technology areas:
  Animation, Artificial Intelligence, Asset Pipelines, Audio, Gameplay, Navigation, Physics/Collision, UI/UX, Virtual Reality, or other.
• One or more shipped game title(s).
• Experience on modern game console architectures or mobile devices.
• Unreal Engine 4 or 5 experience.
• Scripting Languages (e.g. Lua, Python).
• Knowledge of game architectures (current and future trends).
• Ability to defend your position re: Tabs vs Spaces.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.  

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

#LI-AN1

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar is on the lookout for a seasoned Lead Programmer who is keenly interested in all the low-level technology that makes a modern video game tick, in order to help support the Rockstar Games creator platforms, including FiveM and RedM. You will need to adequately juggle team mentorship responsibilities, all the while collaborating with stakeholders across the organization to ensure adherence to development processes and security standards.

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s state-of-the-art game development studio in Edinburgh, Scotland. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Rockstar Games Creator Platform team creates technology, tools, and solutions to enhance the creator experience and empower our community to create and share any experience imaginable.
• We deliver a technology platform that enables creators to develop their own game modes and other modifications in a variety of scripting languages and for players to experience this content on fully customized dedicated servers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive strategy for the standup and continuous improvement of Rockstar’s Creator Platform technologies, which includes the FiveM and RedM platforms and associated creator tooling.
• Devise and work with the Creator Platform teams towards the achievement of attainable development milestones.
• Oversee Creator Platform engineering teams, working closely with appointed engineering leads to align on key technical decisions.
• Help mentor and develop the skills of the engineering leads and other developers within the Creator Platform team.
• Support the ongoing scaling of the technical group through ongoing recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding.  
• Implement and maintain the software development lifecycle (SDLC) for the Creator Platform team, ensuring it is aligned with company and project objectives.
• Leverage knowledge of internal code base to devise well-considered strategies for integration of Creator Platform technology into Rockstar Games’ games and products.
• Collaborate with partners across Game, Security, Online Services and related development teams to guarantee alignment with all Rockstar Game and Security required standards and guidelines.  

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 5 years of hands-on experience designing and developing low-level software systems and architecture.
• At least 3 years’ experience leading engineering teams of 10+, including mentoring, performance management, and career development.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and at least one scripting language (e.g. Python, PERL, Ruby).
• At least one shipped console or PC title; preferably on the Xbox and/or PlayStation consoles.
• Experience crafting and accomplishing roadmaps, with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, supported by excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to tailor communication style to technical and non-technical audiences.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• A keen interest in the modding or User Generated Content communities.
• Experience with Javascript and/or Lua.
• Experience with reverse engineering.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.  

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

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At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar is on the lookout for a talented Senior Network Programmer who possess a passion for games. Working on the network team will involve a large variety of different tasks from the low-level (such as optimising the data sent over the physical network) to the high-level (such as ensuring game objects move smoothly in network games taking packet loss and network latency into account).

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s state-of-the-art game development studio in Dundee, Scotland. 

WHAT WE DO

• Support the synchronisation of gameplay state and mechanics between players in multiplayer sessions to enable a shared gameplay experience.
• Optimise networking systems to minimise usage of CPU processing, memory and bandwidth.
• Enhance prediction and interpolation systems to ensure game entities move smoothly in multiplayer games in high latency/packet loss conditions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, maintain and extend current networking systems on different gaming platforms.
• Synchronise game entities and gameplay state in a bandwidth efficient manner that works well over home Internet conditions.
• Use time productively and efficiently to make every effort to meet required targets.

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years commercial games programming experience.
• Experience working on one or more shipped titles, ideally through the submission and release process.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Self-Motivated.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Experience working on networking prediction and interpolation systems.
• Experience working on Xbox and Sony console platforms.
• Experience working with low-level network libraries.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences.

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry.

Rockstar Games is on the lookout for a passionate Engine Programmer with a keen interest in all the low-level technology that makes a modern video game tick. If you like to understand how things really work “under the hood” of your favourite games, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a full-time, in-office position based out of Rockstar’s new state-of-the-art game development studio in Carlsbad, CA. 

WHAT WE DO

• The Rockstar Games Engine team is a global group of generalist programmers with a keen focus on lower-level systems and squeezing the most out of the underlying hardware.
• We are responsible for many of the core pieces of technology that underpin Rockstar games – such as memory management, streaming game data efficiently, population systems, LOD, scene management, scripting engine, and more.
• We collaborate closely with the Graphics and Tools teams on many systems, and support the Gameplay teams to realise the vision of our games.
• We coordinate and support the wider efforts across the development team to get our games running smoothly and making the best use of system resources.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and maintain systems collaboratively with Gameplay, Art, and other teams to create a state-of-the-art open-world simulation.
• Maintain existing codebase and support the wider development team in diagnosing problems and coming up with efficient and practical solutions.
• Perform research to acquire new knowledge necessary to perform tasks and continue the technological evolution of the game.
• Develop high performance and easy to use tools and systems for streaming, world representation, and other subsystems.

REQUIREMENTS

• A degree in Computer Science/related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in C/C++ game development.
• One shipped title; preferably on the Xbox and/or PlayStation consoles.
• A technical understanding of core game systems and technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Great technical communication skills.
• An analytical, performance-focused mindset.
• Experience in developing or working with systems, such as: streaming, scene management, multithreading, memory management, etc.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic/passionate about games and curious about how things work.
• Multi-platform and console experience.
• Experience working on open-world, population, and/or streaming systems.
• Experience working closely with Gameplay teams.

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HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.                             

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.

At Rockstar Games, we create world-class entertainment experiences. 

Become part of a team working on some of the most rewarding, large-scale creative projects to be found in any entertainment medium - all within an inclusive, highly-motivated environment where you can learn and collaborate with some of the most talented people in the industry. 

Rockstar is on the lookout for a talented Senior Network Programmer who possess a passion for games. Working on the network team will involve a large variety of different tasks from the low-level (such as optimising the data sent over the physical network) to the high-level (such as ensuring game objects move smoothly in network games taking packet loss and network latency into account).

This is a full-time, permanent and in-office position based in Rockstar’s unique game development studio in the heart of Leeds. 

WHAT WE DO

• Support the synchronisation of gameplay state and mechanics between players in multiplayer sessions to enable a shared gameplay experience.
• Optimise networking systems to minimise usage of CPU processing, memory and bandwidth.
• Enhance prediction and interpolation systems to ensure game entities move smoothly in multiplayer games in high latency/packet loss conditions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, maintain and extend current networking systems on different gaming platforms.
• Synchronise game entities and gameplay state in a bandwidth efficient manner that works well over home Internet conditions.
• Use time productively and efficiently to make every effort to meet required targets.

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years commercial games programming experience.
• Experience working on one or more shipped titles, ideally through the submission and release process.
• Strong C/C++ programming skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Self-Motivated.

PLUSES

Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position.

• Experience working on networking prediction and interpolation systems.
• Experience working on Xbox and Sony console platforms.
• Experience working with low-level network libraries.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with a CV and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the skills above. If we would like to move forward with your application, a Rockstar recruiter will reach out to you to explain next steps and guide you through the process.

Rockstar is committed to creating a work environment that promotes equal opportunity, dignity and respect. In line with this commitment, Rockstar will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in order for such applicants to be considered for the position for which they are applying, as well as to qualified employees to enable them to perform the essential functions of their roles. If you need more information about Rockstar’s reasonable accommodation policies or process, or need to request an accommodation, please notify your recruiter during the interview process.

If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, race, or any other protected category.