Audio Engineer

Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled C++ Software Engineer to join our talented team in developing a game for PC, and console platforms. In this role, you will be at the forefront of creating and implementing audio systems for multiple PlaySide projects spanning various engines and middleware. You'll also be instrumental in developing audio tools that streamline the workflow for our audio team, which includes Designers, Producers, and Leads.

If you enjoy working in a scaling environment where growth opportunities abound then this is a great opportunity to carve your own niche.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop ground up solutions for common gameplay challenges (e.g. movement, collision, physics based interactions)
• All the way from iterating on feature design through to testing and delivery
• Work collaboratively and communicate with game designers, artists, and animation teams.
• Develop integrations and systems for our team to empower the creation of great content
• Contribute to the team’s design vision to build a fun and exciting game
• Continue improving and updating the game in a live operation environment post-release
• Design, implement, and provide support for complex interactive audio systems for multiple PlaySide projects across a variety of engines and middleware.
• Troubleshoot and debug audio tools, systems, and functionality.

What You Bring To The Role

• Proven experience in understanding and writing effective C++ code.
• Proficient in Wwise, FMOD, and Unreal audio solutions.
• Experience in all parts of a software life cycle
• Clear communication skills and enjoy working with peers from art, animation, and audio team.
• Creative, motivated, focused, and passionate about making gorgeous games
• The ability to prioritise and work on multiple tasks simultaneously and manage competing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently to get the job done without day-to-day direction
• Think on their feet and respond quickly to changing requirements
• Tackle problems as they arise and compose solid solutions with an eye for the long term health of the codebase
• Experience with modern rendering engines, whether writing them or customising them - all the way from low-level graphics APIs to writing complex shaders and optimising draw calls.

Bonus Points!

• Understanding of writing and debugging multi-threaded code
• Strong optimisation skills and can identify bottlenecks in computational or memory complexity at a glance
• Game engine development experience, whether making your own hobby engine, or submitting changes to an existing one

What we offer here at PlaySide

• Playdays - an additional 5 paid days off per year to do something you love.
• Incredible studios based in gorgeous Port Melbourne, right next to the city and many public transport options.
• Industry leading Parental Leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental wellbeing
• Mentoring. We're agile and fast growing, giving plenty of chances for you to grow in your role.
• Half price state of the art Gym access! (right next door) - you can wear your free PlaySide Swag!
• Social events! Including Games night, karaoke nights, Movie Nights (We hire out the cinema!), group activities and food trucks! Just as some examples!
• Relocation allowance, if you move to one of our head offices
• The chance to work on some of the most exciting projects, with the most incredible companies in the world - just take a look at our website

PlaySide is the largest independent games studio in Australia. Founded in 2011, we’re a team with big ideas and the skills to deliver with our incredible team. In our history, we have released over 50+ titles across Mobile, PC, VR, AR, and now moving into console. We take so much pride in each and every project we create. Playside is a place of endless opportunity, where we focus on keeping the fun in game development. We offer an amazingly professional, playful and supportive working environment. If you thrive on challenges and want to work on a diverse range of projects for a forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you.