Game Research & Development Intern, Engine Research

LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS is made up of passionate players who advance the art & science of game development through great stories, great gameplay, and advanced technology. We are focused on bringing next generation experiences to gamers who want to enjoy them anywhere, anytime, across multiple genres and devices.

Lightspeed Tech Center is a R&D department under Lightspeed Studios which develop PUBG Mobile and other high-quality games. Our Tech Center leads the research, exploration, and discovery of innovative technologies and provides technical services for all games during all phases of life cycle, including engine, audio, QA, AI, next generation game, technical cooperation, etc.

Working with scientists to research and develop advanced techniques in the following topics:

3D geometric learning,

Re-meshing and UV optimization,

Physically-based animation and simulation

Machine learning for computer graphics

Motion planning in virtual city

Character locomotion and control

realistic image synthesis and real-time rendering techniques

Researching and developing tools and pipelines to facilitate the use of technologies in the game development environment

Strong coding skills in one of following programming languages: C++, python, TensorFlow/Torch

Solid knowledge in calculus, linear algebra, basic numerical analysis

A strong sense of responsibility and good communication skills

Plus:

Graduate students in a master or Ph.D. level program

Publications on computer graphics/vision, machine learning, and robotics

Familiarity with game engine, graphics APIs, and GPU programming

Location State(s)

US-California-Los Angeles

The expected base pay range for this position in the location(s) listed above is $28.27 to $60.00 per hour. Actual pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position will be eligible for 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked and up to 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, full-time interns are also eligible to enroll in the Company-sponsored medical plan.

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.