Internship Opportunities: Gameplay Engineer

Requirements

• A good understanding or passion for computer programming and software creation.
• Some hands-on experience or projects where you've applied your programming skills.
• Familiarity with one or more of these languages: C, C++, or C#.
• You must be legally authorised (have citizenship or a valid visa/work permit) to work in the UK for this position.

Nice to Haves

• A managed, object-oriented language (e.g., C#, Java).
• A scripting language (e.g., Python, Perl, Powershell).
• Automated Testing (e.g., Google Test Framework).
• Working within a team.
• Experience with commercial game engines like Unreal Engine, Unity or Godot.
• Web service development/Cloud deployment.
• Contribution to an open-source community.
• Rendering or computer graphics experience (e.g., DirectX/OpenGL/Vulkan).
• A background in mathematics, physics, or a subject with similar mathematical underpinnings.

What You'll Be Doing

• Originate, implement, and iterate on game features in conjunction with other Engineers, Designers, Artists and Testers.
• Identify and surface risks in the areas that are being worked on.
• Solve problems through the application of sound engineering practice.
• Continuously work to minimise technical debt and maintenance hazards.

Perks and Benefits

• Please include a copy of your CV with a cover letter and portfolio for application.
• Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer.