Sr Game Systems Programmer - 100% Remote

Job Details
Sr Game Systems Programmer
Long Term Contract
100% Remote

Key points: Game systems programmers need deep understanding of: Core programming AND development tools, Content pipeline integration, Build systems and verification, Platform-specific workflows, Team collaboration tools

Daily work involves constant interaction with: Source control (Perforce), Build systems (Jenkins/Incredibuild), Content tools (Maya/3ds Max pipeline), Debug/profiling tools, Platform-specific tools

Testing knowledge must cover: Unit testing core systems, Pipeline integration testing, Build verification, Performance validation, Platform compliance

Framework knowledge (CMMI, TMMI, etc.) is NOT critical for game systems programmers: These are more relevant for process assessment specialists, Focus should be on technical testing practices
Automation knowledge is critical: Current test automation practices, CI/CD integration, Performance testing automation, Memory/thread testing tools, Build verification
GenAI understanding is important for roadmap: Test case generation, Code analysis, Performance optimization, Pattern recognition, Future testing trends

Key Takeaways:
The hierarchy of needs is clear:
Game development experience is foundational
Pipeline/tools knowledge is essential
Testing expertise builds on these
Future tech knowledge enhances capability

Critical validations:
Verify actual game systems experience
Confirm pipeline tool proficiency
Check testing practice depth
Assess automation readiness
Gauge future tech awareness

Balance of skills:
Strong technical foundation
Practical pipeline experience
Modern testing practices
Forward-looking perspective

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