Full-Time Senior Staff Game Specialist (Houdini)
NBCUniversal is hiring a remote Full-Time Senior Staff Game Specialist (Houdini). The career level for this job opening is Expert and is accepting New York, NY based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.
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In this role, you’ll create software that automatically generates 3D environments or objects. Your software will use real-world data (maps or object details) to create realistic environments. Output is compatible with Unreal and Unity, or as standalone models.
Responsibilities:
- Develop procedural generation techniques and software compatible with Unreal, Unity, or raw mesh output, using semantic data about the real world.
- Solve technical challenges balancing visual quality, realism, and performance in modern game engines.
- Contribute to Pipeline and AI/ML teams’ design and road mapping.
- Partner with leadership to understand product vision.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
- 7+ years of relevant industry experience in a fast-paced, high-growth tech environment
- Experience with Unreal Engine, Unity, or similar engines, including interactive application development, performance optimization, and real-time 3D graphics and gameplay features
- Experience with Houdini, Unreal PCG, and/or Blender procedural generation applications
- Proficient in C# and Python, with a solid understanding of their respective ecosystems and usage for development, scripting, and automation tasks.
Desired Characteristics:
- Enthusiasm for automated development processes and systems
- Team-oriented and collaborative approach with willingness to learn new methods, tools, practices, and skills