CREATING ORIGINAL VIDEO GAMES OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY

Ascendant Studios is looking for a Senior Rendering Engineer to optimize the performance and ensure the highest visual fidelity in our upcoming title on consoles and PC.

This is a full time position. We are all currently working remotely due to Covid-19, but once we return the position may either be based in our office in San Rafael, CA, or remain fully remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with Unreal Engine 4 to achieve cutting edge graphics on current and next gen platforms as well as PC.
• Improve stability and performance while maintaining high visual fidelity in gameplay and cinematics
• Collaborate with tech artists to create and expand systems for lighting, VFX, post-processing, and procedural systems
• Profile, optimize, and debug the rendering engine, lighting, and shaders on platform
• Work alongside the art department to bring the world to life

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a rendering or graphics engineer in games or other real-time applications
• Expert level knowledge of C++, 3D math, and graphics algorithms
• Previous experience with graphics programs like Houdini, Substance Painter and Designer, and Marvelous Designer.
• Experience with implementing and optimizing graphics algorithms in game engines using industry standard graphics APIs
• Familiar with GPU and CPU optimization techniques
• Previous work on Xbox One and Playstation 4
• Ability to work independently, problem solve on the fly, and collaborate efficiently across disciplines in a small, fast moving team

Good to Have

• Degree in computer science or engineering
• Prior experience as a graphics programmer on Unreal Engine strongly preferred
• Passionate about pushing the envelope when it comes to graphics technology
• Familiarity with raytracing and multi-threaded rendering

To Apply
Please head to our career page to apply for this position.

Ascendant Studios is looking for a gameplay programmer to help bring our first title to life. Prior experience with Unreal Engine is a must, and our ideal applicant will be able to work independently to implement a variety of different gameplay functions.

This is a full time position. We are all currently working remotely due to Covid-19, but once we return the position may either be based in our office in San Rafael, CA, or remain fully remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design and art teams to implement and iterate on new features
• Rapidly prototype new gameplay and systems
• Give, receive, and act on daily constructive feedback with minimal supervision
• Debug and document code
• Accurately access your workload, proactively communicate with the team about potential problems or new developments

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Unreal Engine 4 and the Blueprint system
• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, mathematics, or equivalent field
• 4+ years of experience working with C++
• Solid foundational programming skills (algorithms, data structures, OOP, etc.)
• Ability to work independently, problem solve on the fly, and collaborate efficiently across disciplines in a small, fast moving team

Good to Have

• Familiarity with programming for 1st person shooters and console titles
• At least 3 years game industry experience, including at least one production cycle from start to finish
• Prior work on multiplayer titles
• Adept at working in a fast paced, iterative environment

To Apply
Please head to our career page to apply for this position.

Ascendant Studios is looking for a gameplay programmer with Unreal Engine 4 background to help bring our first title to life. Prior experience with Unreal Engine is a must, and our ideal applicant will be able to both work independently and alongside other engineers and designers to implement a variety of different gameplay functions.

This is a full time position. We are all currently working remotely due to Covid-19, but once we return the position may either be based in our office in San Rafael, CA, or remain fully remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design and art teams to implement and iterate on new features
• Rapidly prototype new gameplay and systems
• Give, receive, and act on daily constructive feedback with minimal supervision
• Debug and document both blueprints and C++ code
• Accurately access your workload, proactively communicate with the team about potential problems or new developments

Requirements

• 2+ years experience using Unreal Engine 4
• 3+ years of experience working with C++
• At least 3 years game industry experience, including at least one production cycle from start to finish
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Solid foundational programming skills (algorithms, data structures, OOP, etc.)
• Ability to work independently, problem solve on the fly, and collaborate efficiently across disciplines in a small, fast moving team

Good to Have

• Familiarity with programming for 1st person shooters, console titles, and/or multiplayer games
• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, mathematics, or equivalent field
• Experience with working alongside outsource teams
• Adept at working in a fast paced, iterative environment

To Apply
Please email jobs@ascendantstudios.com with your application materials. Please include the job title you’re applying for in the email’s subject line.

Ascendant Studios is looking for a senior AI programmer to bring life to the enemies of our first title. The Senior AI Programmer will take charge of making our combat engaging through the implementation of complex enemy behaviors and interactions. Our ideal candidate will have had prior experience with Unreal Engine 4, and thrives in a fast paced, innovative team.

This is a full time position. We are all currently working remotely due to Covid-19, but once we return the position may either be based in our office in San Rafael, CA, or remain fully remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design to implement and iterate on new enemy behavior and interactions
• Rapidly prototype new behaviors and push the envelope for gameplay
• Give, receive, and act on daily constructive feedback
• Debug and document code
• Accurately access your workload, proactively communicate with the team about potential problems or new developments

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional experience developing complex enemy AI, including behaviors, interactions, and cooperative tactics
• Previous shipped titles in modern engines, such as Unreal, CryEngine, or Unity.
• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, mathematics, or equivalent field
• 4+ years of experience working with C++ (preferred) or C#
• Solid foundational programming skills (algorithms, data structures, OOP, etc.)
• Ability to work independently, problem solve on the fly, and collaborate efficiently across disciplines in a small, fast moving team

Good to Have

• Prior work with Unreal Engine 4 and Blueprints scripting a huge plus.
• Familiarity with programming for 1st person shooters and console titles
• Prior work on multiplayer titles
• A love of modern AAA titles and a desire to inviolate

To apply, please head to our career page.

Ascendant Studios is in search of a Senior VFX Artist to help develop industry leading visual effects for our brand new IP. Our ideal applicant will have a wealth of experience creating top tier effects. Previous experience with UE4 a big plus.

This is a full time position. We are all currently working remotely due to Covid-19, but once we return the position may either be based in our office in San Rafael, CA, or remain fully remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Create visual effects that communicate the visual pillars of the game.
• A critical eye and strong understanding of the FX systems and real-time engine performance
• Find effective solutions to solve difficult problems in production.
• Implement creative optimization solutions without sacrificing visual quality.
• Using cutting-edge effects techniques, create all types of photorealistic, high quality effects for environments and dynamic systems. Create new effect textures from scratch and, where possible, improve on existing ones.
• Concept, prototype, present new effects, dynamic environments, objects; partner with internal teams (artists, animators, designers, and engineers) to ensure visual quality bar is met.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience as a VFX artist in the video game industry
• Advanced skills in 3D/2D Software – Maya, 3DS Max, Photoshop
• Experience creating high-quality “AAA” real-time VFX and understanding of modern-day real-time FX systems, engines and technology
• High proficiency in VFX development, including fundamentals like timing, shape language, color theory

Good to Have

• Shipped at least one recent AAA title as a VFX Artist.
• Experience with Houdini in a production environment.
• Experience in Unreal Engine Cascade and Materials.
• Experience working in several game development tools, pipelines, and game engines

To Apply
Please head to our career page to apply for this position.