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Audio Game Software Engineer (C++, wWise) - Maxis

Multiple Locations: Redwood City, CA, USA • Kitchener, ON, Canada • Orlando, FL, USA • Austin, TX, USA • Seattle, WA, USA • Vancouver, BC, Canada

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Requisition Number: 166532

Position Title: Software Engineer III

External Description:

At Maxis, we excel at outrageous thinking. It's the fuel that inspires the best games in the world. We're trailblazers and great storytellers. But it's not just about amazing your peers – it's about amazing yourself and our fans. Take risks. Work with dazzling minds and dare to dream big. Together, we can change the way millions play every day. The Sims 4 has an extremely unique player base, with 60% of our audience being women between the ages of 18-24. We are looking for someone with deep insights on how to create the best experience for our players.

Description

You will report to a Development Director. As an Audio Engineer, you will work on audio-related tasks within the game. The work ranges from setting technical requirements to production development and creation of custom audio tools. Most of the work will be done with Wwise and Unreal authoring environments, some tasks to be performed in Unreal Engine Blueprints or C++. Production platforms include desktops, mobiles, and consoles. Possible interactions with projects using other engines or development environments. You will manage features on all stages from prototype to production; also expected to be a contact point with the central audio team or teams.

You will:

  • Develop Custom Wwise software
  • Develop audio content conventions
  • Develop audio content pipelines
  • Integrate audio pipelines into the project build systems
  • Develop audio DSP as related to Wwise and other audio engines
  • Design listener models
  • Design occlusion/obstruction models
  • Build animation driven audio systems and Audio-driven animation systems
  • Build Environmental and ambient audio models
  • Develop lip syncing systems
  • Build Audio models related to visual effects systems
  • Build Interactive music and adaptive music systems
  • Develop audio accessibility features
  • Provide support for user submitted content and related concerns
  • Use machine learning in audio content and runtime
  • Coordinate with other disciplines to support audio tech development
  • Troubleshoot audio-related issues
  • Document audio technology
  • Specify requirements for audio and audio-related tools

Requirements - note that you do not need to qualify for all requirements to be considered. We encourage you to apply if you can meet most of the requirements and are comfortable opening a dialog to be considered:

  • 5 years of working C++ experience, knowledge of modern C++ concepts
  • Working knowledge of audio engineering
  • Experience with principles of 3D audio
  • Understanding of game design
  • Understanding of impact of 3D geometry and art assets on audio
  • Understanding of proceduralized animation system as related to audio possibilities
  • Experience with Wwise workflow
  • Experience with Unreal Engine
  • Experience with complex system design
  • Experience documenting specifications

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We are a global team of creators, storytellers, technologists, experience originators, innovators and so much more. We believe amazing games and experiences start with teams as diverse as the players and communities we serve. At Electronic Arts, the only limit is your imagination.

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Days Open: 38

Can this position be remote?: 1

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About Electronic Arts

Everything we do is designed to inspire the world to play. Through our cutting-edge games, innovative services, and powerful technologies, we bring worlds with infinite possibilities to millions of players and fans around the globe.

We’re looking for collaborative and inclusive people with diverse perspectives who will enrich our culture and challenge us. We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support our people through every chapter of life. We provide comprehensive benefit packages and support for a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. Our goal is to provide a safe and respectful workplace that empowers you to thrive in both work and life.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

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