Senior Game Specialist (Houdini)

This role involves creating software for procedural generation of realistic 3D environments and objects using real-world data, compatible with major game engines like Unreal and Unity.

Location: Remote (US)

Salary: $130,000 - $155,000

Responsibilities

• Develop procedural generation techniques and software compatible with Unreal, Unity, and raw mesh output, using semantic data about the real world.
• Solve technical challenges to balance visual quality, realism, and performance in modern game engines on commodity hardware.
• Contribute to the design and road mapping of the data pipeline with the Pipeline and AI/ML teams.
• Partner with leadership to understand the high-level product vision.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of relevant industry experience, ideally in a fast-paced, high-growth tech environment, with a proven track record in the gaming industry.
• Experience with Houdini, Unreal Engine, Unity, or similar game engines, including developing interactive applications, optimizing performance, and implementing real-time 3D graphics and gameplay features.
• Extensive experience with procedural generation tools such as Houdini, Unreal Engine's PCG, and/or Blender.
• Proficient in C++, with a solid understanding of their ecosystems and the ability to leverage these languages for software development, scripting, and automation.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Other discounts and perks.

Additional Information

• Fully remote position, contributing from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly a residence.
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
• May require an in-person interview at an NBCUniversal location.
• Equal employment opportunity statement included.
• Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
• Consideration of criminal histories in accordance with local laws.
• NBCUniversal is a leading media and entertainment company, part of Comcast Corporation, with a diverse portfolio of content, brands, and experiences.